Emergency Veterinary Nursing Trainer - Oceanside, CA

VEG ER for Pets; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401K match

Clinical student loan repayment

Flexible work schedules

Paid parental leave

Employee referral program

Travel stipend for continuing education

Job summary

VEG ER for Pets in Oceanside, California is seeking a Nursing Trainer to support the growth of veterinary technicians through comprehensive training programs. This role emphasizes building skills, confidence, and careers in emergency medicine.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and veterinary technician credentials. This position offers competitive pay between $27-$56, comprehensive health benefits, and a strong focus on continuous learning and development.

Qualifications

• Must be credentialed as a veterinary technician in California.
• Prior training experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to identify training needs.
• Implement VEG training programs and serve as training lead.
• Provide tailored training for various learning styles.

Skills

Emergency medicine knowledge

Teaching skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in veterinary technology

Job description

In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. This meant challenging the status quo and fixing everything that was wrong with the ER experience. Since then, we've expanded rapidly, with hospitals nationwide open 24/7, 365 days a year, and have created a better emergency experience— not only for people and their pets, but also for everyone who works here—our VEGgies! VEG is a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work®.

THE JOB

As a Nursing Trainer, you have one of the most meaningful jobs at VEG: helping others grow. You'll lead with curiosity, coach with compassion, and obsess over development. You're not just building skills—you're building confidence, momentum, and careers in emergency medicine. Whether you're working 1:1 on the floor, guiding peer‑led sessions, or developing educational tools, your impact will be felt hospital‑wide. You'll tailor training to every learning style, celebrate every milestone, and say yes to every VEGgie who is ready to take the next step. Your work helps make VEG a place where people learn, lead, and love what they do.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Partner with leadership to identify individual and team training needs
• Assess assistants and credentialed technicians through direct observation and real‑time immersion
• Drive advancement through VEG's Cultivate program
• Implement VEG training programs and serve as the go‑to training lead at your hospital
• Split your time between on‑floor mentoring and strategic development
• Provide tailored, hands‑on training for all learning styles and skill levels with patience and understanding
• Organize peer training opportunities and build a strong mentoring culture
• Collaborate with nursing managers and professional networks to broaden impact
• Develop and refine training content (i.e. presentations, videos, simulations, and assessments)
• Ensure all training aligns with VEG's culture, mission, and emergency standards of care
• Continually evaluate and improve leveling programs for assistants and technicians

WHAT YOU NEED

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited program strongly preferred
• Credentialed as a veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state where the VEG practice is located; VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia a plus and will lead to extra considerations in compensation
• High level of knowledge and skill in emergency medicine
• Previous training experience preferred
• A relentless passion for teaching and uplifting others
• An ownership mindset around your team's growth and development
• Strong communicator and collaborator across teams
• Excitement about VEG's culture and mission, with a desire to lead by example
• Willingness to travel to other VEG hospitals in your region to help with new veterinarian onboarding as needed
• Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as needed basis based on hospital needs
• Work well in a fast‑paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types

WHO YOU ARE

• Empathetic, instinctively taking a people‑centric approach, whether supporting your colleagues or making an effort to understand different perspectives
• Have a sense of humility; acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit with others, and lifting up your team's accomplishments
• Feel a strong sense of ownership over your work, taking responsibility for outcomes and staying committed to achieving long‑term, impactful results
• Curious by nature; you ask insightful questions and continuously seek out opportunities to learn and grow your skills and knowledge

HOW WE INVEST IN YOU

• Competitive compensation: pay range is $27‑$56 and based on a leveling system and experience, including base and 401K match
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, QPR training, and access to free therapy or counseling
• Depending on your role, you may be eligible for equity after one year of full‑time, active employment with VEG, so you can share in our growth and success
• A BIG focus on learning and growth, from VEG‑created clinical and leadership programs to unlimited ER CE + travel stipend. Full‑time credentialed VEGgies receive a $2,500/year travel stipend. Full‑time uncredentialed VEGgies receive a $1,000/year travel stipend.
• Clinical student loan repayment so you don't need to worry about your student debt
• Paid parental leave; up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary and inclusive fertility and family‑building care for all types of families
• Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work
• Generous employee referral program, so our awesome people can bring in more awesome people
• And the little (big) things, like comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge for when you're hungry

DEI

At VEG, diversity is not just a word—it's a strength that fuels innovation and kindness. Our mission is "Helping people and their pets when they need it most." We are devoted to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve—where different perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. We focus on providing equitable opportunities for growth, promoting inclusive decision‑making, and ensuring that everyone's perspective is considered.