Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

Veterinary Technician – Internal Medicine

Compensation: $28-$40, based on experience and qualifications

VERG Brooklyn is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our growing Internal Medicine team.

In this role, you'll work closely with our internists to care for patients with complex medical needs. You'll assist with advanced procedures, provide hands-on nursing care, and help clients feel informed and supported throughout their pet's treatment.

If you enjoy specialty medicine, value teamwork, and want to keep building your technical skills, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Your work makes a meaningful impact: Internal Medicine patients often need ongoing care. You'll have the opportunity to get to know them and their families while helping them navigate diagnosis, treatment, and at-home care.

You'll work alongside a specialty team: You'll collaborate with our internists, technicians, assistants, and other departments to provide coordinated care for complex cases.

You'll continue growing: Our 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital offers exposure to advanced procedures and challenging cases. We also offer VTS mentorship in Internal Medicine.

About VERG Brooklyn

VERG Brooklyn is a 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary hospital serving pets and their families throughout the tri-state area. Our teams provide advanced care across departments including Emergency and Critical Care, Surgery, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Oncology.

Our Internal Medicine team uses advanced diagnostics and compassionate care to investigate complex conditions and help patients and their families manage treatment.

Benefits That Support You

We appreciate the care and dedication our employees bring to VERG Brooklyn every day. Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• A four-day workweek with 10-hour shifts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-funded HSA
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and floating holidays
• Paid family leave
• Commuter spending account
• Continuing education PTO and allowance
• Internal Medicine VTS mentorship
• Employee pet-care benefits

What You'll Do

As an Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician, you'll support appointments, diagnostic procedures, treatments, and ongoing patient care.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with endoscopic and ultrasound procedures, including GI, nasal, and airway scopes.
• Supporting advanced imaging and other diagnostic procedures.
• Placing IV catheters and assisting with endotracheal intubation and anesthetic induction.
• Preparing, cleaning, and maintaining specialized scope equipment.
• Monitoring patients and providing attentive nursing care throughout their visit.
• Gathering patient histories and communicating updates to the Internal Medicine team.
• Reviewing discharge instructions with clients and teaching at-home care, including subcutaneous fluids, insulin injections, and feeding tube management, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and collaborating with other departments to coordinate patient care.

What You Bring

You have strong veterinary nursing skills, close attention to detail, and an interest in complex medical cases. Internal Medicine or other specialty experience is preferred.

You're someone who:

• Provides compassionate, attentive patient care.
• Is confident with IV catheter placement and comfortable assisting with anesthesia and advanced diagnostics.
• Communicates clearly and kindly with clients and coworkers.
• Stays organized while managing multiple patients and priorities.
• Works well independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Is eager to learn and continue growing in specialty medicine.

This position follows a four-day, 10-hour shift schedule. Specific days and hours will be discussed during the interview process.

What's Next?

If you're ready to grow your skills in Internal Medicine and make a meaningful difference for patients and their families, we'd love to learn more about you!