Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Fast-Paced ER with Growth

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC; Peabody (MA); Hybrid; USD 52,349,000 - 126,078,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health and wellness benefits

401K match

Travel stipend

Student loan repayment

Parental leave

Flexible schedules

Referral program

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group in Peabody, MA, is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join the team and support triage, treatments, and patient care from day one. You will work closely with credentialed technicians and veterinarians to ensure high-quality care for pets and calm communication with their families.

Role offers growth pathways, CPR training, and mentorship, with shifts including nights and weekends to meet hospital demand.

Qualifications

• 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 knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and triage incoming patients; guide them toward care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics from bloodwork to imaging and catheter placement.
• Set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation with credentialed staff.
• Manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

AVMA-accredited program (plus)

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group in Peabody, MA, is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join the team and support triage, treatments, and patient care from day one. You will work closely with credentialed technicians and veterinarians to ensure high-quality care for pets and calm communication with their families.

Role offers growth pathways, CPR training, and mentorship, with shifts including nights and weekends to meet hospital demand.