Emergency Veterinary Assistant — ICU Support & Career Growth

Animal Emergency of Gainesville; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Staff pet care discounts

Generous holidays and paid time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Animal Emergency of Gainesville is seeking a veterinary assistant to join our emergency team in Gainesville, GA. You will assist veterinarians and licensed technicians with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, while learning in a fast-paced emergency setting.

The position requires strong animal handling, communication, and teamwork skills, with a commitment to maintaining a clean, well-organized hospital environment. Flexibility for overnights, weekends, and holidays is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a veterinary assistant required.
• Small animal emergency and critical care experience (3+ years) preferred.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills with knowledge of veterinary 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 as per Georgia State Board of Veterinary Medicine Scope of Practice.
• Safely handle and restrain patients; administer medications and vaccines as directed.
• Collect laboratory samples, perform basic diagnostics, and maintain medical records.
• Educate clients on pet care, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work environment.
• Work a flexible schedule, including overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Emergency/critical care

Animal handling & restraint

Communication skills

Teamwork

Veterinary equipment proficiency

Job description

Animal Emergency of Gainesville is seeking a veterinary assistant to join our emergency team in Gainesville, GA. You will assist veterinarians and licensed technicians with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, while learning in a fast-paced emergency setting.

The position requires strong animal handling, communication, and teamwork skills, with a commitment to maintaining a clean, well-organized hospital environment. Flexibility for overnights, weekends, and holidays is essential.