Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Growth, CE & Benefits

143682 Animal Emergency of Gainesville; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Staff pet care discounts

Generous PTO

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Animal Emergency of Gainesville offers emergency veterinary care and critical services in Gainesville, GA. We seek a dedicated veterinary assistant to support veterinarians and licensed technicians in examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures.

You will safely handle patients, administer medications, collect samples, educate clients, and help maintain a clean, well‑stocked facility. Flexible shifts including overnights and weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a veterinary assistant.
• 3+ years of small animal emergency and critical care experience preferred.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills, with knowledge of veterinary clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with veterinary equipment, instruments, and industry‑standard tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures in accordance with the Scope of Practice established by the Georgia State Board of Veterinary Medicine.
• Safely handle and restrain patients; administer medications and vaccines as directed and permitted by the Scope of Practice.
• Collect laboratory samples, perform basic diagnostics as assigned, and maintain accurate medical records.
• Educate clients on pet care, treatment plans, and discharge instructions as appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well‑stocked work environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience (1+ yr

Small animal emergency experience (3+)

Animal handling & restraint

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Veterinary equipment

Job description

Animal Emergency of Gainesville offers emergency veterinary care and critical services in Gainesville, GA. We seek a dedicated veterinary assistant to support veterinarians and licensed technicians in examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures.

You will safely handle patients, administer medications, collect samples, educate clients, and help maintain a clean, well‑stocked facility. Flexible shifts including overnights and weekends are required.