Overnight Emergency Veterinary Assistant

BluePearl Pet Hospital; Levittown (PA); On-site; USD 26,711 - 39,564; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

PTO

Paid parental leave

CE allowance

Licensure support

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Levittown, PA is seeking an Overnight Veterinary Assistant to support a fast-paced emergency department. Schedule features back half of the week with 3x12s or 4x10s, and pay ranges from $19.39 to $28.72 per hour plus shift differentials.

Responsibilities include triaging emergencies, assisting DVM with estimates, performing diagnostics, IV therapy, phlebotomy, and inpatient care in ICU. Licensure and ongoing CE are supported.

Qualifications

• Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards.
• Possess working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment.
• Remain current on CPR guidelines and assist as assigned by attending clinician.

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency cases and assist DVM with crafting and going over estimates.
• Provide nursing care to patients and discharge as needed.
• Perform diagnostics (radiographs, lab work) and support ICU/Inpatient care.

Job description

Overview

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 over estimates as needed. In addition, they perform diagnostics (radiographs, lab work, etc), set patients up in ICU or Inpatient ward, discharge patients, and handle 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.