Emergency Vet Tech: Lead Critical Care & Triage

VEG ER for Pets; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

401K match

Travel stipend

Student loan repayment

Parental leave

Flexible schedule

Referral program

Job summary

VEG is seeking an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our 24/7 emergency hospitals. You will work on the front lines of veterinary care, performing triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing with a compassionate, patient-focused team.

You will collaborate with doctors and staff, provide emotional support to pet parents, and grow your skills in a fast-paced environment that values learning and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Empathetic, people-centric approach in fast-paced ER.
• Excellent communication with team and clients under stress.
• Calm under pressure with ability to multitask in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and treatments from triage to discharge.
• Assist with diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring in emergencies.
• Handle medications, IV fluids, and critical care nursing.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and staff to ensure smooth care flow.
• Perform CPR and use advanced techniques as needed.
• Assist with imaging, sample collection, and procedures.
• Support anesthetic management for fragile patients.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

AVMA-accredited Vet Tech program

Associate degree in Veterinary Technology

Job description

VEG is seeking an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our 24/7 emergency hospitals. You will work on the front lines of veterinary care, performing triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing with a compassionate, patient-focused team.

You will collaborate with doctors and staff, provide emotional support to pet parents, and grow your skills in a fast-paced environment that values learning and mentorship.