Emergency Veterinary Assistant - AnimERge

Animerge; Raritan, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Parental Leave

401(k)

Pet discounts

Mental wellbeing support

CE stipends

Relief fund

Local hospital culture

Job summary

AnimERge in Raritan, New Jersey, is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, handling patient restraint, prep, and clerical tasks. You will assist with medications, perform duties in a fast-paced emergency setting, and contribute to a culture of care across our hospital.

This full-time role offers a compassionate team, growth opportunities in veterinary medicine, and a schedule that includes day, swing, and overnight shifts across a rotating roster.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to safely restrain patients, obtain clinical history and TPR, and triage patient status.
• Must be able to work under pressure in a fast paced environment.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Greet patients and owners, record vitals on arrival.
• Triage, physical exams, treatments, and administer medications as directed.
• Calm anxious patients and assist with restraint when needed.
• Perform labs, take radiographs, and maintain records.

Skills

Restraint

Triage

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Client communication

In-house lab (nice to have)

Job description

Position: Emergency Veterinary Assistant - AnimERge

Emergency Veterinary Assistant - AnimERge

PetVet Care Centers' AnimERge is currently seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as an Emergency Veterinary Assistant who supports the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

AnimERge in Raritan, New Jersey, is a leading emergency and specialty hospital known for its innovative approach to veterinary medicine, where a dedicated team delivers cutting-edge care in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients
• Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
• Calm and soothe anxious patients
• Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
• Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
• Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
• Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
• Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release
• Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
• Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)

Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to safely restrain patients, obtain clinical history and TPR, and triage patient status
• Must be able to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Ability to operate in house lab analyzers, monitor patients during anesthetic procedures and in recovery, fill prescriptions accurately and review patient care instructions with owner.

Schedule

• Day, swing shift, and overnights. Rotating shifts are from 7am-7pm, 10am-10pm, 4pm-12am, and 9pm-7am. The schedule will include required alternating weekends.
• Schedules are visible a minimum of 2 weeks in advance. There may be some flexibility in shift times and an option for a 4-day or 5-day work week.

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$19 — $24 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to aCulture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or support operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.

As set forth in PetVet Care Centers’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

Why Consider Our Somerset County Hospital?

At AnimERge, our team members all share the same passion for making and keeping animals healthy.

Our hospital truly is an excellent place to work, with a highly skilled team focused on 'best in practice' veterinary care.

We are very supportive of individuals looking to grow their veterinary careers and look forward to hearing from you.

We invite you to explore your veterinary career options with AnimERge, where you'll be a respected member of a team that loves animals and values the contributions from every individual on the team.