Emergency Vet Assistant: Growth & Night-Shift Training

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay ($20-$49)

401K match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Annual travel stipend for ER CE

Student loan repayment support

Paid parental leave (up to 12 weeks)

Flexible schedules

Referral program

VEG swag and on-site perks

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is hiring Emergency Veterinary Assistants for overnight coverage. You will support your team, comfort pet parents, and learn hands-on in a fast-paced ER environment. This role offers pathways to credentialed technician status and ongoing mentorship.

VEG emphasizes growth, learning programs, and a supportive culture, with benefits starting at day one and a focus on work-life balance through rotating night shifts and comprehensive training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolled in AVMA-accredited veterinary tech program a plus.
• 1+ year veterinary assistant experience (emergency or specialty welcomed).
• Basic computer skills and EMR familiarity.
• Excellent communicator with pet parents and team.
• Able to stand long hours, lift up to 25 kg solo and up to 40 kg with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and guide patients toward care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics.
• Set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation with credentialed staff.
• Manage IV fluids, blood products, and medication administration.
• Support care across outpatient and inpatient areas.
• Participate in patient rounds and maintain continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and pursue RECOVER certification with training provided.
• Grow into advanced responsibilities through training pathways.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

Communication

Fine motor skills

Stamina

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Lifting to 40 kg

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program (plus)

Tools

Practice management software

EMR systems

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is hiring Emergency Veterinary Assistants for overnight coverage. You will support your team, comfort pet parents, and learn hands-on in a fast-paced ER environment. This role offers pathways to credentialed technician status and ongoing mentorship.

VEG emphasizes growth, learning programs, and a supportive culture, with benefits starting at day one and a focus on work-life balance through rotating night shifts and comprehensive training.