Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Signing Bonus up to $10k!) - Newton, MA
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)Newton, Massachusetts, United States
Posted March 11, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
VEG is a veterinary emergency company dedicated to helping people and their pets when they need it most. We value diversity, inclusion, and kindness, and strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
Job Description
VEG is a veterinary emergency company looking for an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join their team in Newton, MA. The role involves handling a wide range of emergency cases, collaborating with doctors and team members, and delivering gold standard care to people and their pets.
Requirements
- 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
- 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
- Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment
- Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor as well as ability to lift up to 25 kg on own and able to support up to 40 kg with assistance
- 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 and different personality types
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, including base and 401K match
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one
- Based on your role, you may be eligible for equity after one year of full time, active employment with VEG
- A BIG focus on learning and growth, from VEG-created clinical and leadership programs to unlimited ER CE + travel stipend
- Clinical student loan repayment
- Paid parental leave, up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary and inclusive fertility and family-building care for all types of families
- Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work
- Generous employee referral program
- And the little (big) things, like comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge for when you’re hungry