Day/Swing Shift Emergency Veterinary Assistant

Upstate Veterinary Specialties; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental & L

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan with Company Match

PTO + Pet Insurance Stipend

Housing Allowance

Uniform Allowance & Team Events

Flexible Scheduling Options

Continuing Education & Career Growth

Growth-oriented workplace

Job summary

Upstate Veterinary Specialties in Latham, NY is seeking compassionate Veterinary Assistants to join our Emergency Department. If you’re energized by fast-paced environments and dedicated to helping animals in critical moments, this is your opportunity.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of veterinary experience, strong animal handling skills, and the ability to work long shifts. Join our team to grow your career while delivering comfort to pets and support to their owners.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills.
• Ability to lift, stand, and move throughout long shifts.
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.
• Calm, adaptable, and focused under pressure.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and eager to learn.
• Professional, compassionate, and growth-minded.

Responsibilities

• Assist with emergency and critical care procedures
• Triage and support incoming patients
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment
• Provide compassionate care to patients and support to pet owners
• Collaborate closely with the veterinary team in high‑pressure situations

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Dependable

Growth mindset

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Upstate Veterinary Specialties - Latham, NY 12110Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $18.00 - $24.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Veterinary Services

Are you energized by fast‑paced environments and driven to help animals in critical moments? Upstate Veterinary Specialties is looking for compassionate, skilled Veterinary Assistants to join our Emergency Department team. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference every day, this is your opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with emergency and critical care procedures
• Triage and support incoming patients
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment
• Provide compassionate care to patients and support to pet owners
• Collaborate closely with the veterinary team in high‑pressure situations

What We’re Looking For

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience (clinic, hospital, or ER setting)
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• Ability to lift, stand, and move throughout long shifts
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities
• Calm, adaptable, and focused under pressure
• Dependable, team‑oriented, and eager to learn
• Professional, compassionate, and growth‑minded

Schedules

Day Shifts

Hours: 5:45 AM – 6:15 PM

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday + every other Wednesday OR Thursday, Friday, Saturday + every other Wednesday

Swing Shifts

Hours: 2PM - AM OR 10AM-10PM

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday + every other Saturday OR Wednesday, Thursday, Friday+ every other Saturday

Make a Difference Every Shift

In emergency medicine, every second counts—and every team member matters. Your role at UVS directly impacts patient outcomes and provides comfort during some of the most critical moments in a pet’s life.

What We Offer

• 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Generous PTO + Pet Insurance Stipend
• Housing Allowance (for commutes over 60 miles)
• Uniform Allowance & Team Appreciation Events
• Flexible Scheduling Options
• Continuing Education & Career Development Opportunities
• A positive, team-oriented workplace where your growth matters

Apply today and take the next step in your veterinary journey.