Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - San Ramon, CA
About The Position
VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care in its San Ramon, California hospital. The technician works with doctors and the hospital team to care for patients with emergencies ranging from minor to complex, while providing compassionate, emotionally intelligent support to pet parents. The role includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, critical care nursing, and other advanced procedures. VEG describes its hospitals as open-concept and operating 24/7, 365 days a year, and emphasizes learning, mentorship, and an inclusive workplace.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 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 sufficient to handle patients and medical equipment.
- Ability to stand for prolonged hours, 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, depending on 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 is strongly preferred.
- Experience in emergency or specialty medicine is preferred.
- VTS in emergency and critical care, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus and may lead to additional compensation considerations.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their people through examinations, tests, treatments, and related care.
- Deliver nursing care and treatments from initial triage through discharge, including emotional support during critical moments.
- Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
- Communicate and collaborate with teammates to shape care plans and maintain continuity of care.
- Perform CPR in accordance with RECOVER training.
- Perform diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
- Provide anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
- Use advanced techniques and equipment, including central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedules.
- Employee referral program.
- Comfy scrubs and VEG swag.
- Food in the fridge for employees.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
