ER Veterinary Assistant - Fast-Paced Care & Growth

PetVet Care Centers; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with employer contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Calm app + 24/7 EAP

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Westside Animal Emergency Clinic in Lithia Springs, Georgia, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks, patient handling, and clerical work. The role requires ER experience and a strong commitment to compassionate care.

Join a fast-paced emergency team focused on after-hours and critical care, ensuring the safety and comfort of every patient while maintaining accurate medical records and client communications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ER experience required.
• 18 years or older to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients and greet owners upon arrival.
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medications as directed.
• Assist doctors and technicians with medications, restraint, and procedures.
• Perform lab tests and take radiographs.
• Maintain hospital equipment, records, and proper drug security.
• Ensure cleanliness and safe handling of chemicals and kennels.

Skills

IV Catheter

Blood draws

Patient monitoring

X-ray positioning

Triaging

Restraint

Surgical prep

Anesthesia monitoring

Injections administration

Medical records

Client communications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

V-Tech

IDEXX

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Westside Animal Emergency Clinic in Lithia Springs, Georgia, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks, patient handling, and clerical work. The role requires ER experience and a strong commitment to compassionate care.

Join a fast-paced emergency team focused on after-hours and critical care, ensuring the safety and comfort of every patient while maintaining accurate medical records and client communications.