Overnight Emergency Veterinary Assistant

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

401(k)

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Veterinary Specialist of CT in West Hartford, CT is seeking a Full-time Overnight Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our 24-7 general, emergency and specialty hospital. We value individual skill and a compassionate approach while delivering progressive medicine.

You will work 6pm–6am, with compensation $23–$30 per hour based on experience. The role emphasizes teamwork, client service, and high-quality patient care in a busy emergency setting.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting sedation procedures and emergencies.
• Strong patient history taking and exam skills.
• Proficient venipuncture and IV placement.
• Familiar with radiology safety practices.
• Ability to work across hospital services.
• Committed to compassionate patient care.
• Emergency/critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overnight emergency veterinary care.
• Monitor sedated patients.
• Collect histories and physical exams.
• Perform venipuncture and IV placement.
• Support radiology procedures.
• Collaborate with hospital teams.
• Deliver compassionate client care.

Skills

Sedation monitoring

Technician skills

History taking

Venipuncture

IVC placement

Hands-free radiology

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Emergency care

Job description

VCA Veterinary Specialist of CT in West Hartford, CT is seeking a Full-time Overnight Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our 24-7 general, emergency and specialty hospital. We value individual skill and a compassionate approach while delivering progressive medicine.

You will work 6pm–6am, with compensation $23–$30 per hour based on experience. The role emphasizes teamwork, client service, and high-quality patient care in a busy emergency setting.