Night-Shift Emergency Vet Assistant | Compassionate Care

AAVMP; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

Job summary

Falls Road Animal Hospital in Baltimore, MD is seeking an Overnight Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks, handling patients, and maintaining equipment. The role includes staying overnight, participating in exams, administering medications, and ensuring high standards of care.

The position requires prior veterinary assistant experience, the ability to work night shifts, and a commitment to compassionate client communication.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary assistant is required.
• Ability to handle patients calmly and safely.
• Basic venipuncture and medication calculation skills.
• Comfort with restraining animals and assisting clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients and greet owners.
• Assist doctors and technicians with medications and patient restraint.
• Take vital signs, perform triage, and assist with exams and treatments.
• Perform laboratory tests and radiographs; maintain medical records.
• Maintain clean, organized hospital areas and equipment safety.
• Help with daily operations and educate clients about care plans.

Skills

Vet assistant experience

Patient handling

Venipuncture

Medication calculation

Tools

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Job description

Falls Road Animal Hospital in Baltimore, MD is seeking an Overnight Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks, handling patients, and maintaining equipment. The role includes staying overnight, participating in exams, administering medications, and ensuring high standards of care.

The position requires prior veterinary assistant experience, the ability to work night shifts, and a commitment to compassionate client communication.