Emergency Veterinary Tech (Per Diem) - Flexible Hours

VEG ER for Pets; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401k match

Flexible work schedules

Employee referral program

Job summary

VEG is seeking a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join a fast-paced emergency team. You’ll work on the front lines, performing triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing while supporting pet parents in stressful moments.

You’ll collaborate with doctors and the team, provide compassionate care, and grow your skills through ongoing mentorship and training in a high-energy environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree or higher in veterinary technology strongly preferred.
• CVT/RVT/LVT/LVMT credential in the state where VEG practice is located is required; VTS in ECC/medicine/anesthesia is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage to discharge.
• Assist with anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing.
• Handle diagnostics, imaging, sampling, and line placements; participate in CPR and emergency procedures.

Skills

Empathetic

Excellent communicator

Calm under pressure

Fine motor skills

Mobility to lift up to 25 kg

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Credentialed veterinary technician (CVT/RVT/LVT/LVMT) in state

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Job description

VEG is seeking a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join a fast-paced emergency team. You’ll work on the front lines, performing triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing while supporting pet parents in stressful moments.

You’ll collaborate with doctors and the team, provide compassionate care, and grow your skills through ongoing mentorship and training in a high-energy environment.