Overnight ER Veterinary Assistant - 3x12 Shift + Benefits

Innovetive Petcare; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employee discounts on veterinary care

Flexible scheduling options

401(k) with company match

Annual CE allowance

Uniform allowance

Career development and hands-on培训

Job summary

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our ER Department in Charlottesville, VA. This role supports life-saving care alongside veterinarians and licensed technicians during overnight hours.

The position emphasizes hands-on patient care, client communication, and hospital operations in a fast-paced emergency setting. It requires working 3 × 12-hour night shifts (7 pm–7 am) and may include weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in veterinary medicine.
• Dependable, motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Excellent cleaning and organizational abilities.
• Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with emergency examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Triage incoming patients and gather pertinent patient information.
• Safely restrain patients during examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Monitor hospitalized patients.
• Obtain and record patient vital signs, weights, and treatment updates.
• Assist with diagnostic procedures including bloodwork, radiographs, ultrasound preparation, and sample collection.
• Prepare treatment areas, equipment, and supplies for emergency procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments as permitted by state regulations and hospital protocols.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment logs.
• Support client communication by providing updates and ensuring a compassionate experience during stressful situations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked treatment area.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient care.

Skills

Veterinary medicine experience

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Tools

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our ER Department in Charlottesville, VA. This role supports life-saving care alongside veterinarians and licensed technicians during overnight hours.

The position emphasizes hands-on patient care, client communication, and hospital operations in a fast-paced emergency setting. It requires working 3 × 12-hour night shifts (7 pm–7 am) and may include weekends and holidays.