Emergency Vet Assistant — Grow into Tech Roles (Part-Time)

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC

Santa Cruz (CA)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 68,000

Part time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Travel stipend

Flexible schedules

Learning programs

Job summary

The Veterinary Emergency Group The PC in Santa Cruz, CA is seeking a Part Time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced ER team. In this role you will greet clients, triage patients, assist with treatments, monitor anesthesia, and learn under credentialed technicians.

You will grow through mentored pathways, with opportunities to pursue credentialed technician training, CPR, and RECOVER certification; we offer learning programs, travel stipends for CE, and flexible schedules in a

Qualifications

Empathetic and people-centric approach to care.
Strong communication with pets parents and team.
Willingness to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 kg.

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 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 CPR andRECOVER certification training; participate in guided training pathways