Emergency Veterinary Nurse (Per Diem)
About The Position
VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care as part of a collaborative hospital team. The role involves caring for patients with a wide range of needs, from minor to complex emergencies, and providing compassionate support to pet parents. The technician participates in triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing, and continues to develop clinical skills while helping people and pets in urgent situations. VEG describes its hospitals as open-concept and open 24/7, 365 days a year. The company emphasizes a customer-focused experience, learning and mentorship, and an inclusive workplace where employees are valued and supported.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) in the state where the VEG practice is located required.
- 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 ability to remain calm under pressure and support colleagues.
- Fine motor skills for handling 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 diverse 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 ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus and may lead to additional compensation considerations.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate care to patients and support to pet parents throughout tests, treatments, and other stages of care.
- Deliver nursing care and treatments, and provide emotional support from triage through discharge.
- Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
- Communicate with teammates and help shape care plans and maintain the flow of care.
- 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–$62 per hour.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Employee referral program.
- Scrubs and VEG swag.
- Food available in the fridge.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
