Emergency Vet Assistant — Night & Weekend Shifts

MedVet; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

MedVet is seeking an ER Veterinary Assistant to join our clinical team in Washington state. The role follows a Wed–Sat 10a-8p schedule with a secondary Thu–Sat 10a-8p shift.

You will support rounds, triage patients, and help with treatment plans and client education for hospitalized cases. Ideal candidates have prior veterinary experience, comfort with drug calculations, and strong communication skills to thrive in a fast-paced emergency setting.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary experience required; emergency experience preferred.
• Ability to perform calculations for drugs and infusions.

Responsibilities

• Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases and gather information as needed.
• Evaluate incoming patients and prioritize based on assessment.
• Collaborate with patient care team on treatment plans and nursing care.
• Educate clients on home care, medications and wellness for hospitalized patients.
• Assist DVM with patient assessment, treatment and procedures.
• Monitor and provide nursing care to hospitalized patients.
• Induce and monitor anesthesia and sedation procedures.
• Perform in-house lab tests and prepare samples for outside labs.

Skills

Calculations

Fast-paced

Communication

Emergency experience

Job description

MedVet is seeking an ER Veterinary Assistant to join our clinical team in Washington state. The role follows a Wed–Sat 10a-8p schedule with a secondary Thu–Sat 10a-8p shift.

You will support rounds, triage patients, and help with treatment plans and client education for hospitalized cases. Ideal candidates have prior veterinary experience, comfort with drug calculations, and strong communication skills to thrive in a fast-paced emergency setting.