Emergency Vet Assistant — Growth, Training & 24/7 Impact

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Growth programs

Travel stipend

Flexible schedules

Referral program

Scrubs and swag

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in Overland Park, KS, is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant who can grow with our ER team from day one. You’ll support triage, client comfort, and a range of treatments while learning hands-on alongside credentialed technicians and veterinarians.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, some veterinary exposure, and a willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced, animal-friendly environment where growth and mentorship are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrollment in AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program a plus.
• 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience a bonus).
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg and work in a noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome, triaging patients and guiding care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics.
• Monitor anesthesia and sedation with credentialed staff.
• Set up IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration.
• Support care in outpatient or inpatient settings.
• Join patient rounds and ensure continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and RECOVER training (training provided).
• Grow into advanced responsibilities through guided training.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Fine motor skills

Fast-paced environment

RECOVER CPR training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited vet tech program enrollment a plus

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic medical records

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in Overland Park, KS, is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant who can grow with our ER team from day one. You’ll support triage, client comfort, and a range of treatments while learning hands-on alongside credentialed technicians and veterinarians.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, some veterinary exposure, and a willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced, animal-friendly environment where growth and mentorship are