Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Louisville, KY

Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Louisville, KY

Apply for the Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician role at VEG ER for Pets.

In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. We’re committed to transforming the emergency veterinary experience, offering open-concept hospitals that operate 24/7, 365 days a year. VEG is a certified Great Place to Work for 2025 and 2026.

As an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you’ll be part of a team that thrives on the front lines of emergency veterinary care. You’ll handle a wide range of cases—from minor to complex emergencies—collaborating with doctors and staff to deliver gold‑standard, emotionally intelligent care.

• Treat every patient and person like they matter—keeping pet parents by their side through tests, treatments, and everything in between.
• Jump into action, delivering nursing care and emotional support from triage to discharge.
• Bring the meds, monitoring, and mastery—from IVs and CRIs to blood transfusions and beyond.
• Communicate like a teammate and think like a leader, shaping plans and keeping care flowing.
• Perform CPR as a trained RECOVER rockstar; we host the highest number of RECOVER CPR professionals and instructors in the industry.
• Handle diagnostics, imaging, sample collection, and tube placement.
• Administer anesthesia, even for our most fragile patients.
• Utilize advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, ultrasounds, and more.

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited program preferred.
• Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state where VEG operates; VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus.
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician role; emergency or specialty medicine experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with practice management software and electronic medical records.
• Excellent communicator, calm under pressure, and ready to support the team.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, lift up to 25 kg alone, and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
• Willingness 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.

• Empathetic, people‑centric approach, supporting colleagues and understanding different perspectives.
• Humble, acknowledging mistakes and sharing credit with others.
• Owner of your work, staying committed to long‑term, impactful results.
• Curious, asking insightful questions and continuously learning and growing.

• Competitive compensation, including base and 401K match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one, including QPR training and free counseling.
• Eligibility for equity after one year of full‑time, active employment.
• Focus on learning and growth: unlimited ER CE, travel stipend ($2,500/year for credentialed, $1,000/year for uncredentialed).
• Clinical student loan repayment.
• Paid parental leave—up to 10 weeks at 100% of regular salary—and inclusive fertility and family‑building care for all types of families.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Generous employee referral program.
• And the little (big) things: comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge for when you’re hungry.

At VEG, diversity is not just a word—it’s a strength that fuels innovation and kindness. We’re devoted to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where different perspectives are welcomed and celebrated.