ER Veterinary Assistant - Barton Heights Veterinary Hospital

PetVet Care Centers; Stroudsburg (Monroe County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pet discounts

Calm app access

CE stipends

Career development resources

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Barton Heights Veterinary Hospital in Stroudsburg, PA seeks an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks, including patient care, restraint, surgery prep, and clerical work. The role carries a sign-on bonus up to $2,000 based on experience.

Established in a 24/7 emergency/critical care setting, this AAHA-accredited hospital offers diverse services, a culture of care, and opportunities for growth while requiring weekend and holiday

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older to be considered for this position.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to be the only tech on overnight shifts and be the surgery tech if needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients
• Greet patients and owners, record weight and vital signs on arrival
• Triage patients, assist with exams, treatments and medications as directed by licensed staff
• Calm and soothe anxious patients
• Assist doctors and technicians with medications and restraint
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment and facilities
• Maintain medical records and proper documentation
• Work full-time overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization

Skills

Compassionate care

Animal handling

Team collaboration

Overnight availability

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $2,000 based on your experience as a uncredentialed veterinary assistant!

PetVet Care Centers' Barton Heights Veterinary Hospital is currently seeking a Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Veterinary Assistant who supports the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

Established in 1974 and AAHA-accredited, Barton Heights Veterinary Hospital holds the distinction of being the only veterinary hospital in the Stroudsburg and Pocono region open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — making it a true cornerstone of emergency and critical care for the community. Beyond emergency services, the team offers an impressive breadth of specialty services including cardiology, feline hyperthyroid treatment, physical rehabilitation, exotic pet care, and medical boarding, all under one roof.

Why Join Us

• Join an AAHA-accredited hospital offering diverse experience across General Practice, Emergency, and Exotics

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients
• Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
• Calm and soothe anxious patients
• Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
• Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
• Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
• Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
• Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release
• Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
• Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to be the only tech on - able to care for ICU patients, and be the surgery tech if needed.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) preferred, but not required.

Schedule

• Full-time overnight position (40 hours per week). Scheduled overnight shifts between 7:30PM and 7:30AM based on the hospital's staffing needs.
• Regular overnight schedule will be established but may change to accommodate staffing, PTO, or operational needs.
• Weekends and holidays are required.
• Employees are expected to work holidays that fall on their regularly scheduled shifts.
• Additional overnight shifts may be required to provide coverage for PTO, leaves of absence, or other staffing needs.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive. Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

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