Emergency Vet Assistant — Kickstart Your ER Career

VEG ER for Pets; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5K

Health insurance

401K match

Learning and mentorship programs

Travel stipend for ER CE

Job summary

VEG is hiring an Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Austin, TX to join our fast-paced team. From day one, you’ll support your team, comfort pet parents, and learn the ropes across triage, treatments, and the care pathways that keep patients stable.

Whether you’re aiming to become a credentialed technician or exploring veterinary emergency careers, VEG offers growth, mentorship, and hands-on training, plus a role that values your dedication and compassion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrollment in AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program a plus.
• 1+ years in veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience bonus).
• Basic computer skills and understanding of practice management software and EMR.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and provide steady support, triaging incoming patients and guiding them to care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics from bloodwork to imaging and catheter placement.
• Work with credentialed technicians and veterinarians to set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation.
• Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration.
• Support care in outpatient or inpatient settings and during rounds to ensure continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer (training provided).
• Grow into advanced responsibilities such as anesthesia support and ultrasound through guided training.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program enrollment (a plus)

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

VEG is hiring an Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Austin, TX to join our fast-paced team. From day one, you’ll support your team, comfort pet parents, and learn the ropes across triage, treatments, and the care pathways that keep patients stable.

Whether you’re aiming to become a credentialed technician or exploring veterinary emergency careers, VEG offers growth, mentorship, and hands-on training, plus a role that values your dedication and compassion.