ER Veterinary Assistant — Rotating Weekends, Fast-Paced Care

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets in Mobile, AL is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant for a rotating Saturday-Sunday schedule. Join a fast-paced ER team that handles diverse emergencies and critically ill patients.

You will assist the DVM, monitor hospitalized patients, perform in-house lab work, and provide client education while working collaboratively with the care team. Prior veterinary experience is required and weekend shifts are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary experience required; previous emergency experience desired.
• Proficient in calculations (drugs, IV rates, unit conversions).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases and gather information as necessary.
• 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 and medications.

Skills

Emergency experience

Calculations

Fast-paced work

Verbal and written communication

Job description

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets in Mobile, AL is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant for a rotating Saturday-Sunday schedule. Join a fast-paced ER team that handles diverse emergencies and critically ill patients.

You will assist the DVM, monitor hospitalized patients, perform in-house lab work, and provide client education while working collaboratively with the care team. Prior veterinary experience is required and weekend shifts are part of the role.