Emergency Vet Assistant (Relief): Grow in ER

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC; Buffalo Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work schedules

Employee referral program

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Job summary

Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) at Veterinary Emergency Group in Buffalo Grove, IL is a per diem position. You will support the team, assist in triage, treatments, and monitoring, while learning under credentialed veterinarians and technicians.

The role offers a dynamic emergency environment with growth opportunities and training pathways. We value compassionate care, teamwork, and the chance to develop specialized skills in anesthesia, imaging, and critical care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program a plus.
• 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience is a bonus!).
• Basic computer skills and EMR software understanding.
• Excellent communicator when collaborating with pet parents and your team.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, lift up to 25 kg, and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
• Willing to work in a noisy environment with strong odors.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and a steady support, triaging incoming patients and guiding them toward care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics, including bloodwork, imaging, catheter placement, and oxygen support.
• Work alongside credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians for 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 and ultrasound through training pathways.

Skills

Empathetic

Excellent communicator

Ownership mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited program a plus

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) at Veterinary Emergency Group in Buffalo Grove, IL is a per diem position. You will support the team, assist in triage, treatments, and monitoring, while learning under credentialed veterinarians and technicians.

The role offers a dynamic emergency environment with growth opportunities and training pathways. We value compassionate care, teamwork, and the chance to develop specialized skills in anesthesia, imaging, and critical care.