Emergency Veterinary Assistant: Grow into ER Rockstar

VEG ER for Pets; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401K match

Health, dental, vision benefits

ER CE + travel stipend

Travel stipend for credentialed VEGGIE

Student loan repayment

Parental leave

Flexible schedules

Referral program

VEG swag and meals

Job summary

VEG is hiring an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support the team from day one, assisting with triage, treatments, and client communication in a fast-paced emergency setting.

You will work alongside credentialed technicians and veterinarians, gaining hands-on experience with anesthesia, imaging, and diagnostics while growing toward advanced responsibilities through structured training.

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 a bonus).
• Excellent communicator with pets' guardians and team.
• Ability to stand for long hours and lift up to 25 kg.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and triage incoming patients.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics.
• Work with technicians and veterinarians on anesthesia and sedation cases.
• Set up and manage IV fluids, blood products, and medications.
• Support care across outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Participate in patient rounds and ensure continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and RECOVER Certified Rescuer training (provided).
• Grow into advanced responsibilities via guided training.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

AVMA-accredited program enrollment a plus

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic medical records

Job description

VEG is hiring an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support the team from day one, assisting with triage, treatments, and client communication in a fast-paced emergency setting.

You will work alongside credentialed technicians and veterinarians, gaining hands-on experience with anesthesia, imaging, and diagnostics while growing toward advanced responsibilities through structured training.