Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Night Shift (3x12s)

Ethos Discovery; Short Pump (VA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

CE Allowance

Scholarship opportunities

License reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Pet discount

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

The Virginia Veterinary Centers in Short Pump, VA are seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced team. You will support veterinarians and licensed technicians, monitor hospitalized patients, and assist with treatments, imaging prep, and discharge planning.

This full-time role follows a 3x12 schedule, Friday through Sunday, 3pm–3am, with a competitive hourly wage. You will work across multiple departments, ensure patient comfort, communicate clearly with clients, and uphold

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Veterinary clinical experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced medical environment.
• Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized patients, ensuring comfort, safety, and medical stability.
• Support the Inpatient LVT with recovery and post-operative care for patients following surgical, imaging, and procedural interventions.
• Administer prescribed treatments, including non-controlled medications, IV fluids, nutritional support, wound care, and physical therapy exercises as directed.
• Accurately record patient vitals, observations, and status updates in the medical record, and promptly communicate changes to the attending veterinarian.
• Collaborate with specialty services (Neurology, Surgery, Anesthesia, Radiology, Internal Medicine, Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology) to carry out care plans and facilitate ongoing diagnostics.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked inpatient ward and treatment area.
• Assist with patient preparation and positioning for imaging (CT, MRI, ultrasound) or procedures as needed.
• Provide low-stress handling, comfort care, and emotional support to both patients and their owners.
• Prepare patients for discharge, including review of at-home care instructions and medication plans.
• Assist with patient transfers to and from ER or other specialty services in a timely, organized, and medically appropriate manner.
• Participate in medical rounds and hand-offs with ER and specialty teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Adhere to guidance and delegation directed by Licensed Staff (DVMs and LVTs) to perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Reliability

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Virginia Veterinary Centers in Short Pump, VA are seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced team. You will support veterinarians and licensed technicians, monitor hospitalized patients, and assist with treatments, imaging prep, and discharge planning.

This full-time role follows a 3x12 schedule, Friday through Sunday, 3pm–3am, with a competitive hourly wage. You will work across multiple departments, ensure patient comfort, communicate clearly with clients, and uphold