ER Vet Technician: Grow, Learn & Lead in Emergency Care

veterinaryemergencygroupst; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K match

Travel stipend

Loan repayment

Parental leave

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is hiring an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to be at the heart of the action from day one—support your team, comfort pet parents, and learn procedures in real-time. From triage to treatments, you’ll experience a fast-paced ER environment designed to help you grow.

You’ll train toward advanced responsibilities, including anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided pathways.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Enrolled in AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program a plus.
• 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience a bonus).
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with EMR/software.
• Excellent communicator when collaborating with pet parents and your team.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
• Able to stand for prolonged hours, lift up to 25 kg alone and up to 40 kg with assistance.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and triage incoming patients and guide them toward care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics (bloodwork, imaging, catheter placement, oxygen support).
• Support anesthesia and sedation setup with credentialed technicians and veterinarians.
• Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration.
• Assist during every moment of care: outpatient or inpatient, exam room to treatment area.
• Join patient rounds and track the clinical picture for continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and pursue RECOVER Certified Rescuer training (provided).

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

AVMA program (plus)

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is hiring an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to be at the heart of the action from day one—support your team, comfort pet parents, and learn procedures in real-time. From triage to treatments, you’ll experience a fast-paced ER environment designed to help you grow.

You’ll train toward advanced responsibilities, including anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided pathways.