Emergency Veterinary Assistant – ICU & Triage Expert

BluePearl Vet, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

PTO

Parental leave

CE allowance

Licensure support

Disability coverage

Mental health support

Pet insurance

Scrub allowance

Referral bonuses

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a knowledgeable Emergency Veterinary Assistant to triage and assist DVMs in a fast-paced ER. You'll perform diagnostics, ICU setup, patient discharge, and maintain clear client communication.

The role features hourly pay between $19.39 and $28.72 plus shift differentials, opportunities for professional development, and access to hospital resources as part of a collaborative emergency team.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Report patient signalment, problem list and plan during nursing rounds.
• Pharmacology
• Basic Medical Math
• IV Fluid Therapy
• Understand classification of commonly used medications, associated side effects and monitor therapeutic response.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
• Possess a working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with patients assigned ASA I or II classifications.
• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrates proficiency in designated role as assigned by attending clinician and/or supervisor.

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a knowledgeable Emergency Veterinary Assistant to triage and assist DVMs in a fast-paced ER. You'll perform diagnostics, ICU setup, patient discharge, and maintain clear client communication.

The role features hourly pay between $19.39 and $28.72 plus shift differentials, opportunities for professional development, and access to hospital resources as part of a collaborative emergency team.