ER Vet Assistant: Fast-Paced Care, Benefits & Growth

MedVet; McMurray (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision & Dental

401k match

PTO

Shift differential

Uniform allowance

Pet discounts

Pet insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

MedVet is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced ER team. You will rotate through critical cases, assist veterinarians, monitor anesthesia, and perform in-house labs. The role requires strong bedside manner, teamwork, and the ability to handle high-stress situations.

Schedule features 3 12-hour shifts from 4pm to 4am with every other weekend. Prior veterinary experience is required; emergency experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary experience is required.
• Emergency experience is desired.
• Proficient in calculations (drugs, CRI, unit conversions) and medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases and gather information.
• Evaluate incoming patients and prioritize based on assessment.
• Partner with patient care team regarding treatment plans, client communication and nursing care concerns.
• Provide client education including home care instructions, medications and wellness updates.
• Assist DVM with patient assessment, treatment and procedures.
• Provide monitoring and nursing care to hospitalized patients.
• Induce and monitor general anesthesia and sedation procedures.
• Perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare samples for outside laboratory testing.

Skills

Calculations

Communication

Fast-paced work

Veterinary experience

Job description

MedVet is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced ER team. You will rotate through critical cases, assist veterinarians, monitor anesthesia, and perform in-house labs. The role requires strong bedside manner, teamwork, and the ability to handle high-stress situations.

Schedule features 3 12-hour shifts from 4pm to 4am with every other weekend. Prior veterinary experience is required; emergency experience is preferred.