Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Clifton, NJ

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Clifton, NJ

4d • $25 - $44

About The Position

VEG is a veterinary emergency company with hospitals nationwide that are open 24/7, 365 days a year. Its open-concept hospitals treat emergency cases of all kinds, including exotic animals, and emphasize an immersive, customer-focused experience for pets, their people, and employees.

As an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you’ll work with doctors and the care team to provide emergency veterinary care ranging from minor to complex cases. The role includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing, while providing compassionate support to pet parents. VEG describes the position as an opportunity to use and grow your clinical skills while helping people and pets during emergencies.

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 familiarity with practice management software and electronic medical records.
• Strong 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, work on the floor, 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.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA-accredited program.
• Experience in emergency or specialty medicine.
• VTS in emergency and critical care, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia; may lead to additional compensation considerations.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients and support to their people throughout tests, treatments, and other 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, 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 such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation of $25–$44 per hour, including base pay and a 401(k) match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting 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.
• Clinical and leadership learning programs, unlimited emergency-room continuing education, and a travel stipend. Full-time credentialed employees receive $2,500 per year; full-time uncredentialed employees receive $1,000 per year.
• 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 swag, and food in the fridge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED