Overnight Veterinary Assistant — Emergency Care & Exotics

PetVet Care Centers; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $1,500

Shift differential for overnight

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

CE stipends and career development

Local hospital culture backed by a nat

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Animal Emergency Clinic - O'Fallon is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for overnight and swing shifts in a 24/7 emergency setting in Missouri. You will support veterinarians and technicians, manage patient care, restraint, and basic clerical duties while ensuring high-quality service to pet owners.

The role offers an overnight shift differential and a sign-on bonus up to $1,500.00 based on experience, with a focus on compassionate care and team collaboration across a busy ER

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older to be considered.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-1 year of experience in veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Greet patients and their owners, record weight and vital signs.
• Triage patients, perform exams, and assist with medications as directed by licensed staff.
• Calm and soothe anxious patients; assist doctors and technicians with procedures.
• Perform laboratory tests, radiographs, and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Veterinary Technician Registration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Animal Emergency Clinic - O'Fallon is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for overnight and swing shifts in a 24/7 emergency setting in Missouri. You will support veterinarians and technicians, manage patient care, restraint, and basic clerical duties while ensuring high-quality service to pet owners.

The role offers an overnight shift differential and a sign-on bonus up to $1,500.00 based on experience, with a focus on compassionate care and team collaboration across a busy ER