Emergency Vet Assistant — ICU Support & Growth

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff pet care discounts

CE programs provided at no cost

Career development opportunities

401(k) matching

Job summary

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners in Gainesville, GA seeks a veterinary assistant to join our emergency care team. You will assist veterinarians and licensed technicians with examinations, treatments, and procedures, while maintaining medical records and client communications.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year experience as a veterinary assistant; 3+ years in small animal emergency and critical care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a veterinary assistant required.
• Previous small animal emergency and critical care experience (3+ years) preferred.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills, with knowledge of veterinary clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with veterinary equipment, instruments, and industry-standard tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures in accordance with the Scope of Practice established by the Georgia State Board of Veterinary Medicine.
• Safely handle and restrain patients; administer medications and vaccines as directed and permitted by the Scope of Practice.
• Collect laboratory samples, perform basic diagnostics as assigned, and maintain accurate medical records.
• Educate clients on pet care, treatment plans, and discharge instructions as appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Animal handling

Tools

Veterinary equipment

Job description

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners in Gainesville, GA seeks a veterinary assistant to join our emergency care team. You will assist veterinarians and licensed technicians with examinations, treatments, and procedures, while maintaining medical records and client communications.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year experience as a veterinary assistant; 3+ years in small animal emergency and critical care is preferred.