Emergency Veterinary Assistant - Dayshift

THE ST. LOUIS VETERINARY EMERGENCY GROUP, INC; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Animal Emergency Clinic - O'Fallon is seeking a Dayshift Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The role supports veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks such as cleaning, restraining, and preparing surgery suites while delivering quality care to all patients.

The O'Fallon, Missouri location is a 24/7 emergency hospital offering advanced surgical capabilities and a culture of care designed to support our team, with opportunities for growth and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant veterinary experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Greet patients and their owners and guide them to an examining room, noting weight and vital signs.
• Triage patients, perform exams, treatments, and administer medications as directed by licensed technicians.
• Calm and soothe anxious patients.
• Assist doctors and technicians with medication administration and patient restraint.
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs.
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment (EKG, pumps, scales, monitors).
• Maintain accurate medical records and proper documentation of controlled drugs.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Animal Emergency Clinic - O'Fallon is seeking a Dayshift Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The role supports veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks such as cleaning, restraining, and preparing surgery suites while delivering quality care to all patients.

The O'Fallon, Missouri location is a 24/7 emergency hospital offering advanced surgical capabilities and a culture of care designed to support our team, with opportunities for growth and a flexible schedule.