Emergency Veterinary Nursing Shift Lead (Full-Time) - Carle Place, NY
About The Position
VEG is hiring a full-time Emergency Veterinary Nursing Shift Lead in Carle Place, New York. The posting describes the work as an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician role on the front lines of emergency veterinary care. The technician handles cases ranging from minor to complex emergencies and collaborates with doctors and team members to provide high-quality, emotionally intelligent care. The role includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, critical care nursing, and compassionate support for pet parents. VEG operates hospitals nationwide that are open 24/7, 365 days a year. The position requires availability for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis according to hospital needs. VEG emphasizes a people- and pet-centered approach, teamwork, learning, mentorship, and professional growth. The company describes its hospitals as open-concept and highlights opportunities to treat a wide range of emergency cases, including exotics. VEG is a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work.
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 record keeping.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure and support others.
- Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
- Ability to stand for prolonged hours, 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 based on hospital needs.
- Ability to work well 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 ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus and may lead to extra compensation considerations.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their people throughout tests, treatments, and other stages of care.
- Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage through discharge.
- Administer medications and provide treatments such as IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
- Collaborate with doctors and teammates to 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, including central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation of $28.00–$50.00 per hour.
- 401(k) match.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one.
- QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
- Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time, active employment, based on role.
- Clinical and leadership learning programs, unlimited ER continuing education, and a travel stipend.
- Annual travel stipend of $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.
- Fertility and family-building care.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Employee referral program.
- Comfy scrubs, company swag, and food in the fridge.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
