Emergency Veterinary Nurse (Relief) - Nanuet, NY
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) · NY, US
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About the Role
As a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you’ll be part of a team that thrives on the front lines of emergency veterinary care. You will handle a wide range of cases, collaborating with doctors and the team in delivering gold standard, emotionally intelligent care. This role is for someone who wants to do the work they were trained to do, continue growing their skills, and help people and their pets when they need it most.
Responsibilities
- Treat every patient and person with importance, staying by their side through tests and treatments.
- Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support in critical moments, from triage to discharge.
- Administer medications, perform monitoring, and manage treatments including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
- Communicate effectively as a teammate and assist in shaping care plans.
- Perform CPR and other life-saving procedures.
- Conduct diagnostics, imaging, sample collection, and tube placement.
- Administer anesthesia, even for fragile patients.
- Utilize advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Credentialed as a veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state the VEG practice is located is required.
- 1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician role.
- Basic computer skills and comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
- Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor.
- Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently 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.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with diverse individuals.
Skills
- Veterinary emergency care
- Triage
- Treatments
- Diagnostics
- Anesthesia
- Monitoring
- Critical care nursing
- CPR
- Sample collection
- Central lines
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasounds
Work Type
- Per diem
Experience Level
- 1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician role
- Experience in emergency or specialty medicine preferred
Education Level
- Associate's degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited program strongly preferred
- VTS in ECC, internal medicine or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus
Salary/Compensations
- $25.00 - $44.00/hr
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- 401k match
- Flexible work schedules
- Generous employee referral program
- Comfy scrubs
- Cool VEG swag
- Food in the fridge
About the Company
- VEG was founded in 2014 with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most by challenging the status quo and fixing issues with the ER experience.
- VEG has expanded rapidly with hospitals nationwide, operating 24/7/365.
- VEG offers a better emergency experience for clients and employees.
- VEG provides opportunities for career growth and mentorship in veterinary emergency medicine.
- VEG hospitals feature open-concept designs and handle a wide range of emergency cases, including exotics.
- VEG focuses on an immersive, customer-focused experience to provide excellent care.
- VEG is a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work®.
Equal Opportunity
- At VEG, diversity is a strength that fuels innovation and kindness.
- VEG is devoted to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities served, where different perspectives are welcomed and celebrated.
- VEG is focused on providing equitable opportunities for growth, promoting inclusive decision-making, and ensuring everyone's perspective is considered.