Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Grow Into ER Rockstar

VEG ER for Pets; San Diego (CA); Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health benefits

Travel stipend

Paid parental leave

Flexible schedules

ER CE + travel stipend

Zusammenfassung

VEG for Pets in San Diego is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced ER team. You will support triage, assist with treatments, and work alongside credentialed technicians and veterinarians to ensure high-quality care for pets and peace of mind for owners.

We offer pathways for growth, CPR training, and a structured training program. Expect to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a bustling hospital environment with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifikationen

• 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 understanding of practice management software and electronic medical records.
• Excellent communicator when collaborating with pet parents and your team.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
• Stand for prolonged hours, lift up to 25 kg solo, up to 40 kg with assistance.
• Willing to work in a noisy environment with strong odors.
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with diverse people.

Aufgaben

• Be the first warm welcome and provide steady support during triage and guide patients toward care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics from bloodwork to imaging and catheter placement.
• Work with veterinarians and technicians to set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation cases.
• Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration.
• Assist during every moment of care: outpatient or inpatient, exam room to treatment area.
• Join patient rounds to stay aligned with the clinical picture.

Kenntnisse

Empathy

Excellent communication

Fine motor skills

Fast-paced environment

Night/weekend/holiday availability

Teamwork

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited veterinary tech program enrollment (plus)

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic medical records

Jobbeschreibung

VEG for Pets in San Diego is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced ER team. You will support triage, assist with treatments, and work alongside credentialed technicians and veterinarians to ensure high-quality care for pets and peace of mind for owners.

We offer pathways for growth, CPR training, and a structured training program. Expect to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a bustling hospital environment with opportunities for advancement.