Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Seattle, WA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Seattle, WA

17h•$27 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care as part of a collaborative hospital team. The technician will support cases ranging from minor to complex emergencies, delivering patient care and emotionally intelligent support to pet parents. The role includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, critical care nursing, and support through discharge. VEG describes its hospitals as open-concept and open 24/7, 365 days a year.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Credentialed as a veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) in the state where the VEG practice is located.
At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary technician role.
Basic computer skills and comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure and support colleagues.
Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor.
Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis, based on hospital needs.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with people from different backgrounds and personality types.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA-accredited program is strongly preferred.
Experience in emergency or specialty medicine is preferred.
VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus and may lead to extra compensation considerations.
RECOVER CPR training or certification is highlighted; VEG offers training.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to patients and people, keeping pet parents with their pets through tests, treatments, and other care when possible.
Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage through discharge.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate and collaborate with teammates to help shape care plans and keep care flowing.
Perform CPR.
Conduct diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
Provide anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
Use advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.