Description
Join the VERG-Brooklyn Team today!
Veterinary Emergency & Referral Group (VERG) Brooklyn is a leader in 24/7 advanced emergency and specialty veterinary care, dedicated to delivering state-of-the-art medicine across multiple in a diverse, team-oriented environment. Here, compassionate professionals collaborate with board-certified specialists and peers, committed to treating pets with remarkable expertise and respect.
Who We Are Looking For
Our exceptional team of licensed veterinary technicians are the heart of VERG-Brooklyn. We are seeking an experienced Specialty Veterinary Technician to join our team who is compassionate, motivated, patient with clients, and who loves making a difference.
As we grow, we’re seeking top-tier technicians who want to make a real impact.
What You Can Expect To Do
As a Specialty Technician on the VERG-Brooklyn team, you’ll support our boarded specialists and other technicians in providing the highest standard of care to our patients, while also educating and assisting the families who love them. This is a hands-on position where you’ll be responsible for safe patient handling, patient monitoring while in the hospital and during sedated and anesthetic procedures, obtaining and handling samples for advanced diagnostics, and maintaining specialized equipment.
What You Have:
Understanding endocrine, GI, hepatic, renal, and respiratory diseases
Familiarity with feeding tubes, urinary catheters, and long-term patient management
Familiarity of advanced procedures (CT, fluoroscopy, endoscopy [rigid, flexible]) or a willingness to learn
Ability to perform and interpret basic in-house diagnostics (cytology prep, blood work, UAs)
Strong understanding of sterile techniques and sample handling for cultures, biopsies, cytologies, etc.
Core abilities:
Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
Blood draw and sampling handling for advanced diagnostics (ACTH stim, LDDS, bile acids, insulin levels, thyroid testing, etc.)
Anesthesia and sedation monitoring
Medication calculations and administration (IV, IM, SQ, oral)
Safe handling and restraint of dogs and cats, including fractious patients
Competence with medical record keeping (Instinct, Smartflow)
Excellent communication skills with clients, team members, and veterinarians
Calm, organized, and proactive in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
Demonstrates strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Dependable with excellent follow-through on cases, attention to detail
Team-oriented - willing to help across other departments
An eagerness to learn new skills
Requirements
Credentialed veterinary technicians preferred
Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience (specialty experience strongly preferred)
Prior exposure to IM, anesthesia, oncology or advanced diagnostics
Why You Should Choose Us
Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS):
40 hours of paid CE time and up to $2,500 stipend
$5,000 sign-on bonus
Credentialed Technicians (CVT/LVT/RVT):
32 hours of paid CE time and up to $1,600 stipend
$2,500 sign-on bonus
Advanced Medicine – You’ll practice at the top of your skill set and be encouraged to grow every day while you collaborate with an expert team and have access to state-of-the-art equipment.
Continuing Education Focus – We’re a team of lifelong learners. Alongside robust in-house training, we provide significant CE stipends and paid time for professional development.
Remarkable Culture – We are collaborative, supportive, and technician-driven. Your voice matters here, and we celebrate your professional contributions every day.
Work-Life Rewards – Competitive wages, generous PTO, full medical/dental/vision coverage, employer-funded HSA, paid family leave, 401(k) with match, CE allowance, and pet care discounts.
Great Location – Our hospital is located in the vibrant Gowanus/Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn, surrounded by shops, restaurants, and parks—just a 10-minute walk from major subway lines.
Ready to Apply?
Submit your application and cover letter today to join our mission of delivering compassionate, cutting-edge veterinary care.
Meet Our Hospital
Website: https://verg-brooklyn.com/
Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/VERGBrooklyn/
We are proud to partner with EVG Specialty Network: www.evgspecialty.com
VERG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
