Day Shift ER Veterinary Assistant — Fast-Paced Pet Care

Innovetive Petcare; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible scheduling

401(k) with company match

Career development

Job summary

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Daytime ER Veterinary Assistant to join the Emergency Department. This full-time role involves hands-on patient care, client support, and hospital operations within a fast-paced ER setting.

You will work alongside veterinarians and licensed technicians, performing examinations, triage, and treatments, with opportunities for skill development and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in veterinary medicine.
• Dependable, motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with emergency examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Triage incoming patients and gather pertinent patient information.
• Restrain patients safely during examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and record vital signs and treatment updates.
• Assist with diagnostic procedures including bloodwork and imaging prep.
• Prepare treatment areas, equipment, and supplies for emergency procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments per state regulations and hospital protocols.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment logs.
• Support client communication with updates and compassionate care.

Skills

Vet experience

Dependable

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Communication

Cleaning

Organization

Flexible schedule

Lifting 50 lbs

Job description

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Daytime ER Veterinary Assistant to join the Emergency Department. This full-time role involves hands-on patient care, client support, and hospital operations within a fast-paced ER setting.

You will work alongside veterinarians and licensed technicians, performing examinations, triage, and treatments, with opportunities for skill development and collaboration.