Emergency Vet Assistant — Relief & Growth Path

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC; Palo Alto (CA); Vor Ort; USD 29.000 - 72.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Flexible work schedules

Employee referral program

VEG swag

Free meals / fridge access

Zusammenfassung

Veterinary Emergency Group in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support triage, treatments, and patient care from day one. You will work with a team to comfort pet owners, handle emergencies, and learn the ropes in real time.

You may pursue credentialed technician pathways with mentorship and training. The role offers a fast-paced environment, flexible nights, weekends, and holidays, and opportunities to grow within the VEG system.

Qualifikationen

• 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 familiarity.
• Excellent communicator with pet parents and team.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours and lift up to 25 kg.
• Willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating schedule.
• Able to work in a noisy environment with strong odors.

Aufgaben

• Be the first warm welcome and triage incoming patients, 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.
• Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration.
• Assist during care in outpatient or inpatient settings, from 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 with training provided.
• Grow into advanced responsibilities such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training.

Kenntnisse

Empathy

Excellent communication

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Lifting up to 25 kg

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited vet tech program enrollment preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Veterinary Emergency Group in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support triage, treatments, and patient care from day one. You will work with a team to comfort pet owners, handle emergencies, and learn the ropes in real time.

You may pursue credentialed technician pathways with mentorship and training. The role offers a fast-paced environment, flexible nights, weekends, and holidays, and opportunities to grow within the VEG system.