Overnight Emergency Veterinary Assistant

AAVMP; Levittown (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

PTO

Paid parental leave

CE allowance

Licensure support

Disability coverage

Mental health support

Pet insurance

Associate discounts

Scrub allowance

Referral bonuses

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Levittown, PA seeks an Overnight Veterinary Assistant for our fast-paced emergency department. You will triage cases, assist DVMs, perform diagnostics, manage ICU/inpatient care, discharge patients, and communicate care plans to clients.

The role involves a back-half schedule (3x12s or 4x10s) with hourly pay from $19.39 to $28.72 plus competitive differentials. Join a team focused on advanced medicine and exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency veterinary care or triage.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and basic medical math.
• Knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring basics.
• Proficient in client communication during care.

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency cases and assist DVM.
• Provide nursing care to stable patients.
• Perform phlebotomy and IV therapy.
• Take vitals and monitor anesthesia equipment.
• Discharge patients and communicate plans to clients.

Skills

Triage emergencies

IV Fluid Therapy

Phlebotomy

Radiographs

Lab work

Administer meds

Vital signs

Anesthesia monitoring

CPR RECOVER

Tools

Radiography equipment

Lab equipment

Job description

Bl uePearl 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.