Emergency Vet Assistant: Grow Into ER Rockstar

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning programs

CE travel stipend

Flexible schedules

Referral program

VEG swag

Job summary

VEG in Santa Cruz is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant. You will support your team from day one, comfort pet parents, and learn the ropes in real time, handling triage, treatments, and patient care.

Whether aiming to become a credentialed technician or pursuing other veterinary passions, VEG offers hands-on mentorship, growth opportunities, and a dynamic ER environment to thrive.

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 a bonus!).
• Basic computer skills and EMR knowledge.
• Excellent communicator with pet parents and team.
• Ability to stand, lift up to 25 kg alone; up to 40 kg with assistance.
• Willing to work nights, weekends and holidays; noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and steady support; triage incoming patients and guide toward care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics (bloodwork, imaging, catheter placement, oxygen).
• Work with technicians and veterinarians to set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation.
• Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration.
• Assist during all care moments: outpatient or inpatient, exam room to treatment area.
• Join patient rounds to ensure continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and RECOVER Certified Rescuer training (provided).

Skills

Empathetic

Excellent communicator

Ownership

Curious

People-centric

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited program a plus

Job description

VEG in Santa Cruz is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant. You will support your team from day one, comfort pet parents, and learn the ropes in real time, handling triage, treatments, and patient care.

Whether aiming to become a credentialed technician or pursuing other veterinary passions, VEG offers hands-on mentorship, growth opportunities, and a dynamic ER environment to thrive.