Emergency Vet Assistant — Fast-Paced ER with Growth

veterinaryemergencygroupst

Woodbury (MN)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 61,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Travel stipend for ER CE

Job summary

VEG is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our busy team in Minnesota. You will be at the heart of the action from day one, triaging patients, comforting pet parents, and learning the ropes in real time. This role supports nurses and veterinarians across emergency care, anesthesia, and diagnostics.

Growth-focused and patient-centered, the position offers hands-on training, mentorship, and pathways to advanced responsibilities within a fast-paced ER environment.

Qualifications

Empathetic, people-first approach to supporting colleagues and clients.
Clear and effective communication with pet parents and team members.
Ability to thrive in fast-paced emergency settings and adapt to changing needs.

Responsibilities

Be the first warm welcome, triage patients and guide them toward care.
Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics, including bloodwork and imaging.
Support anesthesia setup and monitoring with credentialed staff.
Set up IV fluids, transfusions, and medication administration.
Participate in rounds to maintain continuity of care.
Learn CPR and RECOVER certification through training.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Team orientation

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

AVMA program enrollment (plus)

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Growth-focused and patient-centered, the position offers hands-on training, mentorship, and pathways to advanced responsibilities within a fast-paced ER environment.

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