Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Fast-Paced, Flexible & Growing

VEG ER for Pets; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading pay

Latest equipment

Pet discount

Referral rewards

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K match

Paid parental leave

Continuing education

Flexible schedules

Growth potential

Team events

Fun workplace

Job summary

VEG is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Nurse/Technician to join our ER team in Jacksonville, FL. You will provide high-level nursing care, monitor patients, and assist with anesthesia under supervision, delivering compassionate service to pets and their families.

Our environment emphasizes growth, ongoing training, and collaboration with licensed veterinary technicians. If you love animals, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and value a supportive team, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Patient care and compassion are essential.
• Excellent communication with peers, customers, and team.
• Willing to learn new techniques and adapt to scenarios.
• Love working with animals and people.
• Able to work with licensed veterinary technicians under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients and customers with compassion.
• Perform nursing care tasks, patient monitoring, and treatments.
• Triage patients using disease knowledge and monitoring.
• Administer medications and IV therapies.
• Set up IV fluids and transfusions.
• Participate in rounds for continuity of care.
• Assist anesthesia under supervision.
• Set up oxygen cages and administration.
• Work with licensed technicians as a team member.
• Pursue growth pathways and leadership roles.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Team player

Adaptability

Willingness to learn

Interpersonal skills

Animal care

Reliable

Education

LVT or veterinary technician certification

Tools

Ultrasound imaging

Job description

VEG is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Nurse/Technician to join our ER team in Jacksonville, FL. You will provide high-level nursing care, monitor patients, and assist with anesthesia under supervision, delivering compassionate service to pets and their families.

Our environment emphasizes growth, ongoing training, and collaboration with licensed veterinary technicians. If you love animals, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and value a supportive team, this role is for you.