Emergency Vet Assistant: Grow Into ER Rockstar

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Spring (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to be in the heart of the action, supporting your team, comforting pet parents, and learning the ropes in real time. You’ll assist with triage, treatments, and become part of a dynamic ER team.

You’ll work alongside credentialed technicians and veterinarians, setting up anesthesia, administering meds, and participating in patient rounds.

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 an understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
• Excellent communicator when collaborating with pet parents and your team.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor as well as ability to lift up to 25 kg on own and able to support up to 40 kg with assistance.
• Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as needed basis based on hospital needs.
• Work well in a fast-paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and a steady support, triaging incoming patients and helping guide them toward care
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics, from bloodwork and imaging to catheter placement and oxygen support
• Work alongside our credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians to set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation cases
• Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration
• Assist during every moment of care: outpatient or inpatient, exam room to treatment area.
• Join patient rounds and stay close to the clinical picture to ensure continuity of care.
• Learn how to perform CPR and become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer (training provided!)
• Grow into more advanced responsibilities, such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways

Skills

Excellent communicator

Empathetic

Fine motor skills

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program a plus

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to be in the heart of the action, supporting your team, comforting pet parents, and learning the ropes in real time. You’ll assist with triage, treatments, and become part of a dynamic ER team.

You’ll work alongside credentialed technicians and veterinarians, setting up anesthesia, administering meds, and participating in patient rounds.