Emergency Vet Tech (Per Diem) — Flexible Shifts & Growth

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible schedules

Employee referral program

VEG swag

Scrubs provided

Fridge meals

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group is seeking an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) to join our Alexandria, VA team. You will work on the front lines of emergency care, handling cases from triage to critical nursing, and supporting doctors and pet parents in stressful moments.

You will be credentialed in the state VEG practices, with opportunities to grow skills, including anesthesia and advanced techniques.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s degree or higher in veterinary technology strongly preferred.
• Credentialed as a veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state where VEG is located.
• 1+ year of experience in a veterinary technician role; emergency or specialty experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to stand for long hours and lift up to 25 kg, with assistance up to 40 kg.

Responsibilities

• Triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing.
• Provide nursing care, emotional support, and assist with tests and treatments.
• Handle equipment and meds from IVs to blood transfusions.
• Collaborate with doctors and team to maintain smooth care flow.
• Lead and communicate plans to support patient care and family communication.
• Perform diagnostics, imaging, sample collection, and tube placement.
• Assist anesthesia, including for fragile patients, and use advanced techniques.

Skills

Emergency medicine

CPR certification

Team communication

Education

AVMA-accredited vet tech program

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group is seeking an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) to join our Alexandria, VA team. You will work on the front lines of emergency care, handling cases from triage to critical nursing, and supporting doctors and pet parents in stressful moments.

You will be credentialed in the state VEG practices, with opportunities to grow skills, including anesthesia and advanced techniques.