Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician; Relief - Boston, MA

Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Boston, MA

In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. Since then, we have expanded rapidly, opening hospitals nationwide that operate 24/7, 365 days a year, and we have created a better emergency experience—not only for people and their pets, but also for everyone who works here—our VEGgies.

• Treat every patient and person like they matter—keep people and pets together and stay by their side through tests, treatments, and everything in between.
• Jump into action, delivering nursing care, treatments, and emotional support in the most critical moments, from first triage to discharge.
• Bring the meds, the monitoring, the mastery—from IVs and CRIs to blood transfusions and beyond.
• Communicate like a teammate and think like a leader, helping shape plans and keep care flowing.
• Be ready to perform CPR like the trained RECOVER rockstar you are.
• Perform all the diagnostic, imaging, and sample‑collection work.
• Provide anesthesia, even for our most fragile patients.
• Use all the advanced techniques in your toolkit: central lines, endoscopy, ultrasounds, and more.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited program strongly preferred.
• Credentialed as a veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state the VEG practice is located is required; VTS in ECC, internal medicine or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus.
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician role; experience in emergency or specialty medicine preferred.
• Basic computer skills and a comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
• Excellent communicator and calm under pressure; ready to support the team.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and lift up to 25 kg alone and 40 kg with assistance.
• Must be willing 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 based on hospital needs.
• Work well in a fast‑paced environment with people from all backgrounds.

• Empathetic and people‑centric, supporting colleagues and understanding perspectives.
• Humility—acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and celebrating team accomplishments.
• Strong ownership of work, responsible for outcomes and committed to long‑term results.
• Curious, asking insightful questions and seeking continuous learning.

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, food in the fridge.

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