Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Per Diem, Growth & Flexible Shifts

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Employee referral program

Scrubs provided

VEG swag

Food in fridge

Job summary

VEG in Santa Clarita, CA, is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to be in the heart of the action, supporting the team, comforting pet parents, and learning the ropes in real time. You’ll be there for triage, treatments, and the tail wags as you begin a path toward credentialed technician roles.

We offer flexible schedules, a supportive environment, and training pathways to help you grow your career, including CPR and advanced care skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program enrollment a plus.
• Basic computer skills and EMR familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and triage incoming patients.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics.
• Support anesthesia and monitoring with team.
• Set up IV fluids, transfusions, and medications.
• Participate in care from exam room to treatment area.
• Attend rounds and maintain continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and RECOVER certification (training provided).
• Grow into advanced roles via guided training.

Skills

Strong communication

Fine motor skills

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Availability for nights/weekends/hols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited program a plus

Tools

EMR software

Practice management software

Job description

VEG in Santa Clarita, CA, is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to be in the heart of the action, supporting the team, comforting pet parents, and learning the ropes in real time. You’ll be there for triage, treatments, and the tail wags as you begin a path toward credentialed technician roles.

We offer flexible schedules, a supportive environment, and training pathways to help you grow your career, including CPR and advanced care skills.