Overnight Emergency Veterinary Assistant

BluePearl; Levittown (PA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

PTO

CE allowance

License support

Disability coverage

Mental health support

Pet insurance

Referral bonuses

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Levittown, PA is seeking an Overnight Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced emergency department. You will triage cases, assist DVMs, perform diagnostics, and help with ICU and inpatient care while communicating clearly with clients.

This role offers schedule options: back half of the week with 3x12s or 4x10s, competitive hourly pay and shift differentials, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative specialty hospital.

Qualifications

• Triage emergency cases and assist the DVM with plans.
• Perform diagnostics (radiographs, labs) and ICU/inpatient setup.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for stable emergency patients.
• Report patient status and plan during rounds.
• Administer medications and monitor therapeutic response.
• Perform phlebotomy and vital signs assessments.
• Assist with anesthesia/monitoring in ASA I or II patients.
• Stay current with CPR guidelines and hospital protocols.

Skills

Triage emergencies

Nursing care

Diagnostics

IV fluid therapy

Phlebotomy

Client communication

CPR & emergency protocols

Anesthesia monitoring

Tools

Radiography equipment

Lab equipment

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Overnight Veterinary Assistant to join their fast-paced emergency department at our Levittown, PA Hospital!

Schedule: Back half of the week, 3x12s or 4x10s

Pay: $19.39 - $28.72 / hour + competitive shift differentials

Our Veterinary Assistants triage emergency cases as they come in and assist DVM with crafting and going overestimates as needed. In addition, they perform diagnostics (radiographs, labwork, etc.), setting patients up in ICU or Inpatient ward, discharging patients, and handling client communication.

Emergency Veterinary Assistant Job Duties:

• Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Report patient signalment, problem list and plan during nursing rounds.
• Pharmacology
• Basic Medical Math
• IV Fluid Therapy
• Understand classification of commonly used medications, associated side effects and appropriately monitors therapeutic response.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
• Possess a working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with patients assigned ASA I or II classifications.
• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrates proficiency in designated role as assigned by attending clinician and/or supervisor.

Why BluePearl?

We offer advanced medicine, ongoing professional development, and pathways for growth. Work alongside passionate specialists and emergency teams, access leading-edge resources, and be part of a culture that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and exceptional patient care every day.

We also offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave, + more.
• Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals.
• Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support.
• Company-paid disability coverage.
• Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually.
• Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses.

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.