About the job
About Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)
Founded in 2014, VEG is dedicated to providing urgent care for pets and their owners when it matters the most. We challenge the conventional emergency veterinary experience and have swiftly expanded our operations, with hospitals across the nation available 24/7, 365 days a year. Our commitment is to enhance the emergency journey not only for pets and their owners but also for our valued team members, our VEGgies!
At VEG, we empower you to pursue your aspirations in veterinary emergency medicine. Our open-concept facilities allow you to engage with a range of emergency situations, including exotic cases. Our customer-centric approach ensures that both pets and their owners receive the exceptional care they deserve.
We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work® in 2025 and 2026, affirming our commitment to our team’s well-being and growth.
The Externship Program
Our Veterinary Technician Student Externship Program is designed to nurture the next generation of veterinary technicians through a practical, immersive experience in emergency medicine. You will not merely observe; you will actively participate. Get ready to engage closely with emergency cases, ask questions, learn new techniques, and uncover the thrilling reality of working in an emergency setting. From patient triage to diagnostics and inpatient care, you will gain invaluable insights into emergency medicine and determine if this is the career path for you. This is an opportunity to build a robust foundation, ignite your passion, and contribute to a larger mission.
What You Will Do
- Learn directly from leading emergency veterinary professionals.
- Work alongside a credentialed emergency veterinary technician for real-time mentoring and hands-on experience.
- Shadow and assist with patient triage, outpatient visits, diagnostics, anesthesia, inpatient care, and more.
- Develop skills according to your school’s proficiency checklist with guidance and support.
- Experience the collaboration, pace, and compassion that characterize emergency care at VEG.
- Evaluate whether a career as an ER superhero aligns with your future aspirations.
