Emergency Vet Tech: High-Impact Critical Care & Growth

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Katy (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health benefits from day one

Travel stipend

Student loan repayment

Paid parental leave

Flexible schedules

VEG swag

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in Katy, TX is seeking an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our front-line emergency team. You will manage triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing, while providing compassionate support to pet parents in their most stressful moments.

The role requires CVT/RVT/LVMT credentials, 1+ year experience in a veterinary tech role (emergency preferred), AVMA-accredited program background, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state the VEG practice is located is required; VTS in ECC, internal medicine or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus and will lead to extra considerations in compensation
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician role; emergency or specialty medicine preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA-accredited program strongly preferred
• Basic computer skills and a comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping
• Excellent communicator and calm under pressure; ready to lend a hand to support those around you
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and lift up to 25 kg; may need to assist up to 40 kg with help
• Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong odors and to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage to discharge
• Manage emergency cases on the front lines in collaboration with veterinarians
• Administer medications, monitor patients, and assist with anesthesia and critical care
• Support patient and client communication and contribute to care plans
• Perform diagnostics, imaging, sample collection, and urgent procedures as needed
• Utilize advanced techniques such as central lines and CPR when required
• Maintain a calm, compassionate presence for pet parents in stressful moments

Skills

Credentialed CVT/RVT/LVMT

1+ year experience

Excellent communicator

Fine motor skills

Ability to lift 25 kg

Nights/weekends/holidays availability

Education

AVMA-accredited program

Associate degree or higher in veterinary technology

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in Katy, TX is seeking an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our front-line emergency team. You will manage triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing, while providing compassionate support to pet parents in their most stressful moments.

The role requires CVT/RVT/LVMT credentials, 1+ year experience in a veterinary tech role (emergency preferred), AVMA-accredited program background, and the ability to work