Emergency Vet Assistant — Swing Shift (12PM–12:30AM)

Vetreferralcenter; Springfield, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Calm app + 24/7 EAP

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' The Regional Veterinary Referral Center in Springfield, VA seeks a Veterinary Assistant (Swing Shift). You will support veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks, including cleaning and maintaining equipment, handling patients, preparing surgery suites, restraining, and clerical duties.

Open 24/7 since 1985, this hospital delivers acute, compassionate care across multiple specialties.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years' experience in an emergency room setting with basic technician skills.
• Comfortable with hospitalized and potentially critical patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Greet patients and owners, record weight and vitals on arrival.
• Triage patients and assist with exams, treatments, and medications as directed by licensed staff.
• Calm anxious patients and assist with restraints as needed.
• Maintain medical records and hospital cleanliness.

Skills

Emergency ER experience

Phlebotomy

Radiology

In-house lab work

Client communication

IVC placement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Radiography equipment

IVC equipment

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' The Regional Veterinary Referral Center in Springfield, VA seeks a Veterinary Assistant (Swing Shift). You will support veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks, including cleaning and maintaining equipment, handling patients, preparing surgery suites, restraining, and clerical duties.

Open 24/7 since 1985, this hospital delivers acute, compassionate care across multiple specialties.