Emergency Vet Assistant — Per Diem, Flexible Hours & Growth

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work schedules

Generous referral program

VEG swag

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Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in Florida is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced team. You’ll support triage, treatments, and care alongside credentialed technicians and veterinarians, helping pet parents and their animals from day one.

You’ll learn through guided training pathways, have opportunities for growth, and work in a no-ordinary ER environment with flexible schedules and a culture that values compassionate care, teamwork, and ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolled in AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program a plus.
• 1+ years in veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience is a bonus)

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and a steady support, triaging incoming patients and helping guide them toward care
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics, from bloodwork and imaging to catheter placement and oxygen support
• Work alongside credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians to set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation cases
• Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration
• Assist during every moment of care: outpatient or inpatient, exam room to treatment area
• Join patient rounds and stay close to the clinical picture to ensure continuity of care
• Learn CPR and RECOVER Certified Rescuer training through provided instruction

Skills

Empathetic

Excellent communicator

Team player

Adaptable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in AVMA-accredited program a plus

1+ years veterinary assistant experience

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in Florida is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced team. You’ll support triage, treatments, and care alongside credentialed technicians and veterinarians, helping pet parents and their animals from day one.

You’ll learn through guided training pathways, have opportunities for growth, and work in a no-ordinary ER environment with flexible schedules and a culture that values compassionate care, teamwork, and ongoing learning.