Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Brookfield, WI

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Brookfield, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you will work on the front lines of emergency veterinary care, handling cases ranging from minor to complex. In collaboration with doctors and the team, you will provide high-quality, emotionally intelligent care through triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing. You will support pets and their families throughout stressful situations and continue developing your emergency veterinary skills. VEG operates open-concept hospitals nationwide that are open 24/7, 365 days a year. The company describes its workplace as offering learning and mentorship opportunities and says it is a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work. The role is based in Brookfield, Wisconsin.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Credentialed 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.
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, 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.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA-accredited program.
Experience in emergency or specialty medicine.
VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia; these qualifications may lead to extra consideration in compensation.

Responsibilities

Provide considerate care to patients and their people, keeping them together and supporting them through tests and treatments.
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, contribute to care plans, and help 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 and equipment such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.