Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Grow Fast, Flexible Hours

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Flexible work schedules

Referral program

Scrubs provided

VEG swag

Food in fridge

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) in Jacksonville, FL. This per diem role supports the team across triage, treatments, and anesthesia with training provided for RECOVER certification.

You’ll work in a fast-paced ER, emphasizing compassionate care for pets and families while growing your veterinary skills. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, are enrolled in AVMA- accredited programs (plus), and bring a readiness to handle night, weekend, and

Qualifications

• Empathetic with patients, families, and team.
• Clear communicator with pet parents and colleagues.
• Able to stand, kneel, and lift up to 25 kg.
• Comfort with fast-paced, noisy hospital environments.

Responsibilities

• Greet and triage patients, guiding them to care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics.
• Support anesthesia and sedation setup with clinicians.
• Manage IV fluids, transfusions, and meds.
• Participate in rounds and maintain continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and RECOVER Certification through training.
• Grow into advanced roles via guided training.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Fine motor skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited program enrolled (plus)

Tools

Practice management software

EMR systems

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) in Jacksonville, FL. This per diem role supports the team across triage, treatments, and anesthesia with training provided for RECOVER certification.

You’ll work in a fast-paced ER, emphasizing compassionate care for pets and families while growing your veterinary skills. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, are enrolled in AVMA- accredited programs (plus), and bring a readiness to handle night, weekend, and