Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Grow in 24/7 ER Care

veterinaryemergencygroupst; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health insurance

Therapy access

ER CE + travel stipend

Student loan repayment

Job summary

VEG is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to be in the heart of the action from day one. You will support your team, comfort pet parents, and learn the ropes in real time, from triage to treatments and the tail wags.

This growth-focused role welcomes those aiming to become credentialed technicians or exploring where their passion leads. You will join a fast-paced ER team, with opportunities for guided training, mentorship, and hands-on experience across procedures, anesthesia support, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolled in 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 software familiarity
• Excellent communicator with clients and team
• Ability to stand for long hours and lift up to 25 kg (40 kg with assistance)

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and triage patients, guiding them toward care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics, including bloodwork and imaging.
• Work with credentialed technicians and veterinarians on anesthesia and sedation.
• Set up and manage IV fluids, transfusions, and medications.
• Support care in outpatient or inpatient settings, from exam room to treatment area.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Stamina & endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program (plus)

Tools

Practice management software

EMR systems

Job description

VEG is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to be in the heart of the action from day one. You will support your team, comfort pet parents, and learn the ropes in real time, from triage to treatments and the tail wags.

This growth-focused role welcomes those aiming to become credentialed technicians or exploring where their passion leads. You will join a fast-paced ER team, with opportunities for guided training, mentorship, and hands-on experience across procedures, anesthesia support, and