Overnight ER Vet Assistant - Emergency Care Champion

Petvet-Care-Centers; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) plan

Pet Discounts

Wellbeing support

CE stipends

Relief fund

Job summary

New England Veterinary Center & Cancer Center in Windsor, CT is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant for the overnight shift. You will support veterinarians and technicians with clinical tasks, maintain equipment, and help with patient care from triage to discharge.

The role involves handling after-hours emergencies, restraining patients, performing nursing duties, and communicating with clients about treatment plans.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• 1+ year of veterinary technician experience (ER preferred).
• Strong phlebotomy, catheter placement, and nursing skills.
• Comfort with fast-paced, emotionally charged situations.
• Kindness, teamwork, and a steady, supportive presence.
• Credentialed technicians encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Triaging, physical exams, treatments, and medications as directed.
• Assist doctors and technicians with medications and restraints.
• Perform lab tests and take radiographs.
• Maintain medical records and hospital equipment.
• Communicate with clients and educate on wellness plans.

Skills

18+ years old

Veterinary ER experience

Phlebotomy

Catheter placement

Nursing skills

Teamwork

Strong communication

Job description

New England Veterinary Center & Cancer Center in Windsor, CT is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant for the overnight shift. You will support veterinarians and technicians with clinical tasks, maintain equipment, and help with patient care from triage to discharge.

The role involves handling after-hours emergencies, restraining patients, performing nursing duties, and communicating with clients about treatment plans.