ER Veterinary Assistant — 3x12s, $20-$25/hr + Benefits

Ethos Veterinary Health; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

CE Allowance + Free VetBloom (RACE‑CE)

Veterinary Technician scholarship

VTNE/license reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Employee pet discount

Disability & Life Insurance

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health seeks a Veterinary Assistant for its 24/7 Fredericksburg, VA ER site. You'll engage in triage, client communication, and hands-on care in a fast-paced emergency department, working three 12-hour shifts with on-call requirements.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year in veterinary medicine, be enrolled in a veterinary technician program, and embrace a collaborative, high-level care culture. This role offers growth in emergency medicine and benefits with shift differentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Emergency or critical care experience preferred.
• Strong VA and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct triages and physical assessments to prioritize care.
• Recognize critical patients and facilitate timely care.
• Obtain medical histories from clients.
• Provide client service and patient care while communicating with owners.
• Monitor vital signs and alert team to decompensation.
• Assist licensed technicians with procedures and treatments.
• Document treatment in hospital software.
• Restrain patients for diagnostic testing.
• Support front desk tasks and payments as needed.
• Follow guidance from DVMs and LVTs.

Skills

Emergency/critical care exposure

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in fast-paced env.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ethos Veterinary Health seeks a Veterinary Assistant for its 24/7 Fredericksburg, VA ER site. You'll engage in triage, client communication, and hands-on care in a fast-paced emergency department, working three 12-hour shifts with on-call requirements.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year in veterinary medicine, be enrolled in a veterinary technician program, and embrace a collaborative, high-level care culture. This role offers growth in emergency medicine and benefits with shift differentials.