Overnight Veterinary Assistant

Mission-Pet-Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Overnight shift premium

Job summary

East Riverside Veterinary Hospital in New Orleans, LA is seeking an Overnight Veterinary Assistant to provide attentive care for hospitalized patients during the night. The role requires experience with veterinary procedures and a calm, organized approach.

You will support veterinarians, maintain records, and help ensure a safe, clean hospital environment. We offer training for the right candidate and may provide enhanced compensation for experienced veterinary technicians willing to work

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary experience is required.
• Able to work overnight shifts.
• Comfortable handling animals of all sizes.
• Calm under pressure and organized.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive care and monitoring for hospitalized patients overnight.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the doctor team.
• Maintain accurate treatment records and communicate changes or concerns to the team.
• Support the medical team to ensure a smooth, efficient workflow and a clean environment.

Skills

Dependable

Detail-oriented

Overnight shift experience

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Veterinary equipment basics

Job description

Welcome to East Riverside Veterinary Hospital, your full-service small animal clinic rooted in the vibrant New Orleans community. Since 2022, our mission has been to provide comprehensive veterinary care while treating every patient like our own. The community acknowledges this commitment, giving us an exceptional 4.8-star Google rating. We seek dedicated professionals ready to join our seven-doctor team and succeed in an environment built on skill and compassion.Joining East Riverside Veterinary Hospital means becoming part of a highly skilled group of teammates committed to elevating patient care. With seven DVMs, you will find consistent support and collaboration, allowing you to focus on your specific areas of expertise. Our extensive operating hours—open seven days a week until 8 PM on weekdays—reflect our commitment to serving the community, but also offer flexible scheduling opportunities that help you achieve your career goals and do your best work.You will practice high-quality, comprehensive medicine here, spanning the full spectrum of small animal care. Our services are robust, including Urgent Care capabilities to address critical needs within the community. We provide advanced medical opportunities across surgical procedures, testing and diagnostics, and specialized Advanced Care options. This commitment to clinical excellence ensures you have the tools and resources necessary to handle complex cases and continually grow your professional skills.Beyond the clinic walls, you will discover the unparalleled culture of New Orleans, LA. This is a city famous worldwide for its unique music, history, and culinary excellence. Located in a historic and accessible neighborhood, East Riverside Veterinary Hospital gives you the ideal opportunity to build your career while enjoying the richness of Louisiana life. If you are looking for a place where history, community, and cutting-edge veterinary medicine meet, New Orleans offers the perfect backdrop for your continued success.

Job Description

Our hospital is in a pivotal moment of growth. If you want to work alongside a team that is passionate about the medicine that they are practicing and passionate about learning and growing the hospital to practice even better medicine, we are the team for you. Our hospital is located in a fun and culture rich area of New Orleans, walkable distance to some of the greatest hangout spots. We are a different type of team, and we are invested in building a culture of positivity, respect and enjoyment while serving the best pets around!

Overnight Veterinary Assistant

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Overnight Veterinary Assistant to provide attentive care and monitoring for hospitalized patients throughout the overnight hours. This role is responsible for closely monitoring patients, administering medications and treatments as directed by the doctor team, maintaining accurate treatment records, and communicating any changes or concerns appropriately.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, follows treatment orders carefully, communicates effectively, and is physically able to manage the demands of an overnight hospital environment. Prior veterinary experience is required, and candidates must be willing to work overnight shifts.

We are happy to train the right person into the role; however, preference and higher compensation will be given to experienced and/or certified veterinary technicians.

Shift Availability: Shifts will range from 6:00 PM–12:00 AM to 8:00 PM–6:00 AM, depending on the needs of the hospital.

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands‑on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go‑To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast‑paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

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