Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Paramus, NJ

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Paramus, NJ

4d•$25 - $44

About The Position

The Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician works on the front lines of emergency veterinary care, handling cases ranging from minor to complex alongside doctors and the care team. The role delivers nursing care and emotionally intelligent support to patients and pet parents, from triage through discharge, and includes treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, patient monitoring, and critical care nursing. The technician uses advanced clinical skills while contributing to care plans and helping maintain the flow of care in a fast-paced hospital.

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 records.
Excellent communication skills and 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 ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care and support to patients and pet parents through tests, treatments, and other stages of care.
Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage through discharge.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate and collaborate with teammates, help shape care plans, and keep care flowing.
Perform CPR using RECOVER training.
Conduct diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
Administer 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 401(k) match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Possible equity eligibility after one year of full-time, active employment, depending on role.
Clinical and leadership learning programs and unlimited emergency-room continuing education.
Annual travel stipend for continuing education: $2,500 for full-time credentialed employees and $1,000 for full-time uncredentialed employees.
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.
Comfy scrubs, company swag, and food in the fridge.