Emergency Veterinary Assistant: Launch Your ER Career

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Santa Clarita (CA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

401K match

Travel stipend

Student loan repayment

Paid parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Referral program

VEG swag

Résumé du poste

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to be at the heart of the action, supporting the team, comforting pet parents, and learning on the job. You will be involved in triage, treatments, and ongoing care from day one.

You’ll work with credentialed technicians and veterinarians, gain hands-on experience in anesthesia and diagnostics, and have opportunities for growth and advanced responsibilities within a fast-paced, client-focused ER environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Enrolled in AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is a plus.
• 1+ years in veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience is a bonus).
• Basic computer skills and EMR knowledge.
• Excellent communicator with pet parents and team.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and equipment.
• Stand for prolonged hours; lift up to 25 kg alone, up to 40 kg with assistance.
• Willing to work in a noisy environment with strong odors.
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis.

Responsabilités

• Be the first warm welcome and triage incoming patients.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics.
• Work with credentialed technicians and veterinarians on anesthesia and sedation.
• Set up and manage IV fluids, transfusions, and medications.
• Assist during care in outpatient or inpatient settings.
• Join patient rounds and monitor continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and pursue RECOVER certification (training provided).
• Grow into advanced responsibilities through guided training.

Connaissances

Empathetic

Excellent communicator

Fine motor skills

Stamina for long hours

Team player

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in AVMA-accredited program (a plus)

Description du poste

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to be at the heart of the action, supporting the team, comforting pet parents, and learning on the job. You will be involved in triage, treatments, and ongoing care from day one.

You’ll work with credentialed technicians and veterinarians, gain hands-on experience in anesthesia and diagnostics, and have opportunities for growth and advanced responsibilities within a fast-paced, client-focused ER environment.