Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Fast-Paced Care & Growth

BluePearl; Northfield Township (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet insurance

Shift differentials

Discounts on pet care

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Northfield, IL is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their fast-paced emergency department. The role includes triage, nursing care, diagnostics (radiographs, lab work), and ICU/Inpatient support, with emphasis on client communication.

We offer competitive pay with shift differentials and opportunities for advancement. The team prioritizes growth, continuing education, and a supportive, collaborative environment within Mars Veterinary Health.

Qualifications

• Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Report patient signalment, problem list and plan during nursing rounds.
• Understand classification of commonly used medications, associated side effects and appropriately monitors therapeutic response.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
• Possess a working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with patients assigned ASA I or II classifications.
• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrates proficiency in designated role as assigned by attending clinician and/or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency cases and assist DVM with estimating and care.
• Discharge patients and handle client communication.
• Diagnostic tasks (radiographs, lab work) and ICU/Inpatient setup.
• Support team with ongoing patient care and charting.

Skills

Nursing care

Phlebotomy

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Client communication

Radiography

Tools

Radiography

Labs equipment

Anesthesia monitoring

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Northfield, IL is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their fast-paced emergency department. The role includes triage, nursing care, diagnostics (radiographs, lab work), and ICU/Inpatient support, with emphasis on client communication.

We offer competitive pay with shift differentials and opportunities for advancement. The team prioritizes growth, continuing education, and a supportive, collaborative environment within Mars Veterinary Health.