Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician; Overnights - Santa Monica, CA

Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Overnights) - Santa Monica, CA

Overview

VEG is a rapidly growing emergency company with hospital locations across the United States. Our mission is helping people and their pets when they need it most. We are revolutionizing emergency medicine with a "customer first" mentality and a true, employee-centric work environment.

Talent + culture at VEG:
At VEG, we want people and their pets to feel safe, secure, and valued; we want our employees to feel the same way. We strive to ensure the best experience for both customers and teams, and VEG is focused on growth and learning opportunities for our staff.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Credentialed as a veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the location of the VEG practice
• Veterinary technician specialist (VTS) certification will receive additional considerations in practice role and compensation
• Basic computer skills to use practice management, electronic medical record, and collaboration software
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician role; experience in emergency or specialty medicine preferred
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and electronic) with the team and with customers
• Fine motor skills adequate for utilizing hospital equipment necessary daily such as syringes, electric clippers, computers, surgery instruments, monitors, and diagnostic equipment
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, work on the floor, and lift up to 25 kg (with assistance up to 40 kg)

• Treat each patient and customer with the highest level of compassion & care
• Perform basic to intermediate nursing care tasks, patient monitoring, and treatments
• Use understanding of common diseases and conditions, physical assessment, and monitoring parameters to triage incoming patients
• Administer subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications and understand potential adverse effects
• Set up, monitor, and administer intravenous fluid therapy including CRIs and blood transfusion therapy
• Contribute to outpatient and inpatient care
• Participate in patient rounds to ensure continuity of care
• Perform CPR as a RECOVER Certified Rescuer
• Collect samples and perform diagnostic tests including in-house & point-of-care tests and diagnostic imaging
• Perform nursing tasks such as placing/maintaining urinary catheters, nasoenteral tubes, nasal oxygen tubes, chest and abdominal tubes
• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot oxygen cages and other oxygen administration techniques
• Administer, monitor, and maintain patients under general anesthesia with or without mechanical ventilation
• Perform advanced vascular access techniques including jugular catheter placement and other catheterizations
• Perform advanced diagnostic techniques including ultrasonography and paracentesis
• Participate in formulating treatment, anesthetic, and nursing care plans
• Conduct treatments using clinical decision-making skills according to protocolized plans
• Aid in managing patient care workload to ensure uncompromised care
• Coach and guide veterinary assistants and nurses to maintain standards of care and facilitate growth
• Collaborate and share knowledge with teammates to ensure optimal patient care
• Obtain additional training along guided growth pathways offering roles beyond direct nursing care (e.g., VTS certification, trainer role, coordination of care, community outreach, leadership)

• Industry-leading compensation ($27-$56 per hour, based on leveling)
• Dynamic daily work in emergency medicine
• New hospitals with the latest equipment and technology
• Generous employee pet discount
• Referral rewards
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Paid parental leave – 10 weeks at 100% salary
• Unlimited Continuing Education opportunities
• Flexible work schedules for work-life balance
• Growth and relocation potential
• Staff perks and team activities
• A work environment that balances seriousness with a sense of fun

VEG celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunity employer and look forward to meeting you!

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Veterinary Services