Emergency Veterinary Assistant - Shift Lead - Alexandria, Va

Veterinary Emergency Group

Alexandria, Virginia, United States
Competitive compensation; 401k match; equity eligi...
On-site
Credentialed veterinary technician or enrolled in credentialing program
1+ years experience in veterinary technician or assistant role
Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support 40 kg with assistance
VEG is dedicated to transforming the emergency veterinary experience for both pets and their owners while fostering a supportive environment for employees

Job Summary

  • VEG is dedicated to transforming the emergency veterinary experience for both pets and their owners while fostering a supportive environment for employees.
  • The Shift Lead role involves owning the rhythm of each shift, managing patient care, coordinating breaks, and leading team huddles to ensure smooth operations.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including health coverage, unlimited ER CE, travel stipends, student loan repayment, and paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

VEG is dedicated to transforming the emergency veterinary experience for both pets and their owners while fostering a supportive environment for employees.

Salary

Competitive compensation; 401K match; Equity eligibility after one year; $2,500/year travel stipend for credentialed staff; $1,000/year for uncredentialed staff

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Credentialed Veterinary Technician or enrolled in credentialing program
  • 1+ years experience in veterinary technician or assistant role
  • Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support 40 kg with assistance
  • Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on rotating basis
  • Strong grasp of clinical workflow and team dynamics

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in emergency or specialty medicine preferred
  • Leadership instincts and ownership mindset
  • Empathy and conflict resolution skills
  • Curiosity for continuous learning and growth
  • Humility and ability to share credit with team

Key Requirements

  • CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT credential or enrollment in VEG Credentialing Support Program
  • Minimum 1 year experience as veterinary technician or assistant
  • Experience in emergency or specialty medicine preferred
  • Basic computer skills and proficiency with practice management software
  • Physical ability to stand for prolonged hours and lift heavy loads

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