Emergency Vet Assistant: Fast-Paced Care & Growth

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Woodbridge (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Travel stipend

Flexible schedules

Referral program

Scrubs provided

VEG swag

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support the team in triage, treatments, and diagnostics. You will assist veterinarians and credentialed technicians, manage IV fluids and anesthesia support, and help ensure high-quality patient care.

We offer growth opportunities, hands-on clinical training, and a collaborative environment where VEGgies are valued. Nights, weekends, and holidays may be required in this fast-paced ER setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolled in AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program a plus.
• 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience is a bonus).
• Basic computer skills and understanding of practice management software/EMR.
• Excellent communicator with pet parents and team.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and equipment.
• Ability to stand for long hours and lift up to 25 kg
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and steady support, triaging incoming patients.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, diagnostics, bloodwork, imaging, catheter placement, O2 support.
• Work with credentialed techs and veterinarians for anesthesia setup and monitoring.
• Set up/manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, meds.
• Support during all care moments, from exam room to treatment area.
• Join rounds and maintain continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and RECOVER Certified Rescuer training (provided).
• Grow into advanced responsibilities through guided training

Skills

Basic computer skills

Excellent communicator

Fine motor skills

Ability to work nights weekends and/or

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program (plus)

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic medical records

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support the team in triage, treatments, and diagnostics. You will assist veterinarians and credentialed technicians, manage IV fluids and anesthesia support, and help ensure high-quality patient care.

We offer growth opportunities, hands-on clinical training, and a collaborative environment where VEGgies are valued. Nights, weekends, and holidays may be required in this fast-paced ER setting.