Emergency Vet Tech: Fast-Paced, Life-Saving ER

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health benefits starting day one

Travel stipend

Clinical leadership programs

Student loan repayment

Paid parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Referral program

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group in Alexandria, VA is seeking an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our front-line team delivering gold-standard, compassionate emergency care for pets and their families.

You will triage, treat, monitor, administer meds, assist with anesthesia, and support doctors through critical care, with ample opportunities for learning, mentorship, and career growth.

Qualifications

• Must be credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state VEG practice is located.
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician role; emergency or specialty medicine preferred.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with practice management software and electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care from triage to discharge.
• Administer medications and monitor patient status.
• Assist with diagnostics, anesthesia, and critical care nursing.
• Communicate effectively with team to coordinate care.
• Perform routine monitoring and support for patients and clients.

Skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Adaptability

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group in Alexandria, VA is seeking an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our front-line team delivering gold-standard, compassionate emergency care for pets and their families.

You will triage, treat, monitor, administer meds, assist with anesthesia, and support doctors through critical care, with ample opportunities for learning, mentorship, and career growth.