Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Hoboken, NJ

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Hoboken, NJ

8d•$25 - $44

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care as part of a collaborative team. The role handles cases ranging from minor to complex and includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing. Technicians work with doctors and teammates to provide high-quality, emotionally intelligent care and support pet parents during stressful situations. The position involves hands-on nursing care and advanced clinical techniques, while supporting patients and their people through testing, treatment, and discharge. The technician is expected to contribute to care planning, communicate effectively with teammates, and continue developing clinical skills in a fast-paced emergency setting.

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 ability to remain calm under pressure.
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 according to hospital needs.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
Empathy and a people-centric approach when supporting colleagues and understanding different perspectives.
Humility, including acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and recognizing team accomplishments.
Ownership of work and responsibility for outcomes.
Curiosity and an ongoing commitment to learning and skill development.

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.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their people through tests, treatments, and related care.
Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage through discharge.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate with teammates, help shape care plans, and keep care flowing.
Perform CPR using RECOVER training.
Conduct diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
Provide anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
Use advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasound.
Collaborate with doctors and the team in delivering emergency veterinary care.

Benefits

Competitive compensation of $25–$44 per hour and 401(k) match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits beginning on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time, active employment, depending on role.
Clinical and leadership programs, unlimited emergency medicine continuing education, and a travel stipend.
Full-time credentialed employees receive a $2,500 annual travel stipend; full-time uncredentialed employees receive a $1,000 annual travel stipend.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary, plus fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Scrubs, company merchandise, and food in the fridge.