Emergency Veterinary Assistant - Growth Path

VEG ER for Pets; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 2,549,000 - 6,061,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401k match

Flexible schedules

Referral program

VEG swag

Free snacks/food in fridge

Job summary

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant who will be in the heart of the action from day one, supporting the team, comforting pet parents, and learning on the job.

You will assist with triage, treatments, and monitoring in fast-paced ER settings, with opportunities to grow toward anesthesia support and more advanced duties through guided training pathways. Training includes RECOVER certification and ongoing mentorship.

Qualifications

• 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 EMR software familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and triage incoming patients.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics from bloodwork to imaging and catheter placement.
• Work with credentialed technicians and veterinarians on anesthesia and sedation.
• Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration.
• Support throughout outpatient or inpatient care and during rounds.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited vet tech program (plus)

Job description

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant who will be in the heart of the action from day one, supporting the team, comforting pet parents, and learning on the job.

You will assist with triage, treatments, and monitoring in fast-paced ER settings, with opportunities to grow toward anesthesia support and more advanced duties through guided training pathways. Training includes RECOVER certification and ongoing mentorship.