About the job
ABOUT VEG
Established in 2014, the Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) was founded with a commitment to support individuals and their beloved pets during critical moments. Our innovative approach disrupts the traditional emergency room experience, allowing us to expand rapidly across the nation with 24/7 availability, all year round. Our aim is to enhance the emergency experience not only for pets and their owners but also for our dedicated team members, our VEGgies!
At VEG, we empower you to pursue your career aspirations in veterinary emergency medicine. Our open-concept hospitals enable you to engage with a diverse range of emergency cases, including exotics. We nurture an immersive, client-focused environment that ensures both pets and their owners receive the exceptional care they deserve.
We are proud to be recognized as a certified Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.
THE PROGRAM
At VEG, we enthusiastically support the growth of future veterinary technicians through our Veterinary Technician Student Externship Program. This program provides a hands-on, immersive experience in emergency medicine alongside our credentialed emergency veterinary technicians.
Here, you will not just be an observer, you will actively participate. Immerse yourself in the action, interact with our team, experiment with new techniques, and discover the thrilling aspects of ER life. From patient triage to diagnostics and inpatient care, you'll gain firsthand exposure to the realities of emergency medicine and assess whether this career path aligns with your passions. This is your opportunity to lay a strong foundation, ignite your inspiration, and contribute to a mission greater than yourself.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Learn from leading professionals in emergency veterinary medicine.
- Collaborate with a credentialed emergency veterinary technician for real-time mentoring and on-the-job training.
- Shadow and assist with triage, outpatient visits, diagnostics, anesthesia, inpatient care, and more.
- Enhance your skills as outlined in your school’s proficiency checklist with mentorship and support.
- Experience the teamwork, pace, and compassion that defines emergency care at VEG.
- Evaluate if becoming an ER superhero is the career path you wish to pursue.
