Emergency Vet Assistant – Per Diem, Growth & Training

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC; Willow Grove, Northern (PA, KY); Hybride; USD 32 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible schedule

401k match

Referral program

VEG swag

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Résumé du poste

The Veterinary Emergency Group in Willow Grove, PA is hiring an Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) to join our fast-paced ER team. As a per diem team member, you will triage, assist with treatments, and support veterinarians and credentialed technicians from day one.

You’ll gain hands-on training, CPR certification, and a clear growth path toward credentials and advanced anesthesia or imaging roles, with a focus on compassionate care for pets and their families.

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).
• Excellent communicator when collaborating with pet parents and your team.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours and lift up to 25 kg.

Responsabilités

• Be the first warm welcome and a steady support, triaging incoming patients and guiding 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 become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer (training provided).
• Grow into more advanced responsibilities, such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways.

Connaissances

Empathy

Excellent communicator

Fine motor skills

Standing stamina

Night/weekend/holiday shifts

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

1+ years veterinary assistant experience

Description du poste

The Veterinary Emergency Group in Willow Grove, PA is hiring an Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) to join our fast-paced ER team. As a per diem team member, you will triage, assist with treatments, and support veterinarians and credentialed technicians from day one.

You’ll gain hands-on training, CPR certification, and a clear growth path toward credentials and advanced anesthesia or imaging roles, with a focus on compassionate care for pets and their families.