Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - The Woodlands, TX

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Spring, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care at its hospital in The Woodlands, Texas. The technician works alongside doctors and the hospital team on cases ranging from minor to complex emergencies, providing nursing care and compassionate support to patients and pet parents throughout treatment. Work includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, patient monitoring, and critical care nursing. The position also involves supporting an emotionally intelligent, customer-focused care experience and contributing to a collaborative team 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 the ability to remain calm under pressure and support colleagues.
Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods, 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 in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
Empathy and a people-centric approach, humility, ownership and accountability, and curiosity with a commitment to learning and growth.

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 consideration.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to patients and support pet parents throughout tests, treatments, and other stages of care.
Deliver nursing care and treatments from triage through discharge, including emotional support during critical moments.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate with teammates and help shape care plans and keep care flowing.
Perform CPR using RECOVER training.
Perform diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
Provide anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
Use advanced techniques, including central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.