Emergency Vet Assistant — Growth, Training & Flexible Hours

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Travel stipend for continuing ed (CE)

Flexible schedules

Employee referral program

Scrubs provided

Veg swag and pantry perks

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Clifton, New Jersey. You will support triage, basic treatments, and team coordination in a fast-paced ER environment, learning and growing through guided training and mentorship.

This role offers flexible schedules, a strong focus on growth, travel CE stipends for part-time credentialed staff, and a competitive hourly wage with possible benefits through VEG.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Enrollment in AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is a plus.
• 1+ years as a veterinary assistant, emergency or specialty experience a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and triage incoming patients.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics.
• Work with technicians and veterinarians on anesthesia and sedation.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Ownership & accountability

Curiosity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited program enrollment a plus

Tools

EMR software

Practice management software

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Clifton, New Jersey. You will support triage, basic treatments, and team coordination in a fast-paced ER environment, learning and growing through guided training and mentorship.

This role offers flexible schedules, a strong focus on growth, travel CE stipends for part-time credentialed staff, and a competitive hourly wage with possible benefits through VEG.