Emergency Veterinary Assistant: Growth, Training & Perks

VEG ER for Pets; Brentwood (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

401K match

Travel stipend

Paid parental leave

Flexible work schedules

ER CE + travel stipend

Student loan repayment

Scrubs provided

Job summary

VEG ER for Pets is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Brentwood, CA. You will be in the heart of the action from day one, supporting your team, comforting pet parents, and learning the ropes in real time. You can grow toward credentialed technican roles through guided training pathways.

You’ll be involved in triage, treatments, and the hands-on care that helps every patient and family stress less in emergency situations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is a plus.
• 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience preferred).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a noisy environment with odors.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming patients and guide them toward care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics (bloodwork, imaging).
• Set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation with credentialed staff.
• Manage IV fluids, blood products, and medication administration.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Fine motor skills

Lift up to 25 kg

Stand for long hours

Night/weekend/holiday shifts

Empathetic care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program (plus)

Job description

VEG ER for Pets is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Brentwood, CA. You will be in the heart of the action from day one, supporting your team, comforting pet parents, and learning the ropes in real time. You can grow toward credentialed technican roles through guided training pathways.

You’ll be involved in triage, treatments, and the hands-on care that helps every patient and family stress less in emergency situations.