Emergency Vet Tech — Flexible Hours & ER CE

VEG ER for Pets; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Travel stipend

Leadership/clinical training programs

Flexible schedules

Referral program

VEG swag and meals

Job summary

VEG ER for Pets in Des Moines, IA is seeking a part-time Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our front-line ER team. You will assist in triage, treatments, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care while delivering compassionate care to pets and their families.

This role emphasizes growth, mentorship, and a supportive environment where VEGgies are valued. Night, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required based on hospital needs.

Qualifications

• Empathetic, people-centric approach to care.
• Strong communication and teamwork in fast-paced ER.
• Preferred degree from AVMA-accredited program but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and support during emergencies.
• Assist with triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care.
• Work with doctors to deliver gold standard, compassionate care for pets and their families.
• Support patients and clients through stressful moments with clear communication.
• Perform CPR and advanced life-support as trained.

Skills

Empathetic approach

Ownership mindset

Calm under pressure

People-centric care

Education

AVMA-accredited program preference

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Practice management software

EMR systems

Job description

VEG ER for Pets in Des Moines, IA is seeking a part-time Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our front-line ER team. You will assist in triage, treatments, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care while delivering compassionate care to pets and their families.

This role emphasizes growth, mentorship, and a supportive environment where VEGgies are valued. Night, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required based on hospital needs.