About the job
ABOUT VEG
Founded in 2014, Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) was established with a core mission: to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners during critical times. We revolutionized the emergency room experience, ensuring that both pets and their families receive the support they need. Since our inception, we've expanded across the nation, operating 24/7, 365 days a year, to create a superior emergency experience for everyone involved, including our dedicated team members, affectionately known as VEGgies!
At VEG, we empower you to pursue your dreams in veterinary emergency medicine. Our open-concept hospitals allow you to engage with a variety of emergency cases, including exotic animals. We focus on delivering a customer-centric experience that ensures both pets and their owners receive the compassionate care they deserve.
We're proud to provide an environment where our VEGgies can thrive, feel valued, and receive unparalleled learning and mentorship opportunities. Join us in making a meaningful impact in ways you never imagined!
VEG has been recognized as a certified Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.
THE PROGRAM
Our Veterinary Technician Student Externship Program is designed to help aspiring veterinary technicians unlock their full potential. This immersive program offers hands-on experience in emergency medicine, working closely with our credentialed emergency veterinary technicians.
You'll be actively involved, not just observing but engaging in the action. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions, learn new techniques, and delve into all aspects of emergency medicine, from patient triage to diagnostics to inpatient care. This unique experience will help you determine if a future in emergency veterinary care is right for you, all while building a solid foundation for your career.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Learn from leading emergency veterinary professionals in the field.
- Receive real-time mentoring by pairing with a credentialed emergency veterinary technician.
- Shadow and assist in various areas including triage, outpatient visits, diagnostics, anesthesia, and inpatient care.
- Practice essential skills outlined in your school’s proficiency checklist with guidance and support.
- Experience the camaraderie, pace, and dedication that characterize emergency care at VEG.
- Explore your passion and decide if being an ER superhero is your calling.
