Emergency Vet Assistant — Grow Into ER Pro

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

401K match

Travel/education stipend

Continuous learning programs

Parental leave

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support the team from day one, comfort pet parents, and learn on the job as you assist in triage, treatments, and various procedures. You’ll work alongside credentialed technicians and veterinarians in a fast-paced ER environment.

You’ll have opportunities to grow toward credentialed technician roles through guided training pathways, including anesthesia support and ultrasound.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is a plus.
• 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role, emergency or specialty experience a bonus.
• Basic computer skills and EMR familiarity.
• Excellent communicator with pet parents and team.
• Ability to work in a noisy environment and lift up to 25 kg.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and triage incoming patients.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics.
• Set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation with team.
• Manage IV fluids, blood products, and medications.
• Support during outpatient and inpatient care.
• Join rounds and maintain continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and RECOVER training (provided).
• Grow into advanced roles through guided training.

Skills

Excellent communication

Fine motor skills

Stand for long hours

Lift up to 25 kg

Night/weekend shifts

Fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

AVMA-accredited program (plus)

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support the team from day one, comfort pet parents, and learn on the job as you assist in triage, treatments, and various procedures. You’ll work alongside credentialed technicians and veterinarians in a fast-paced ER environment.

You’ll have opportunities to grow toward credentialed technician roles through guided training pathways, including anesthesia support and ultrasound.