Overnight Veterinary Assistant - Part-Time

BluePearl; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 27,965 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Annual CE allowance

Mental health support

Pet insurance

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Skylos Sports Medicine, a BluePearl Veterinary Partner, is seeking a motivated Veterinary Assistant for an overnight shift (6pm to 7am, Monday). Responsibilities include providing nursing care, administering medications, and monitoring patient health. Competitive pay ranges from $20.30 to $25.00 per hour, with additional shift differentials for nights and weekends. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and mental health support. Join a team dedicated to exceptional patient care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Understanding of commonly-used medications and their side effects.
• Proficiency in CPR guidelines.
• Familiarity with anesthesia and monitoring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards.
• Report patient status during nursing rounds.
• Administer medications and perform phlebotomy.
• Perform physical exams and monitor vital signs.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient monitoring

Phlebotomy

Medication administration

Anesthesia monitoring

Job description

Skylos Sports Medicine, a BluePearl Veterinary Partner, is looking for a highly motivated and team-oriented Veterinary Assistant to join our team.

**This role is one overnight shift, consisting of 13 hours, from 6pm to 7am on Monday evenings. **

Pay: $20.30 - $25.00 / hour

This pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency assessment tool.

We also offer competitive shift differential pay for eligible hours worked for nights and weekends. Shift differentials are based on a 4‑hour minimum. For example:

• Mon - Fri: 6pm to 8am = $4.00/hr. Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = $4.00/hr. Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = $5.50/hr. Shift Differential

Founded by Drs. Peter and Faith Lotsikas, Skylos Sports Medicine, is an orthopedic and rehabilitation specialty practice that provides a unique concierge level of care for patients and their guardians in Ellicott City and Frederick, Maryland.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you will:

• Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Report patient signalment, problem list and plan during nursing rounds.
• Understand classification of commonly-used medications, associated side effects and appropriately monitors therapeutic response.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
• Possess a working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with patients assigned ASA I or II classifications.
• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrates proficiency in designated role as assigned by attending clinician and/or supervisor.

Why BluePearl?

We offer advanced medicine, ongoing professional development, and pathways for growth. Work alongside passionate specialists and emergency teams, access leading‑edge resources, and be part of a culture that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and exceptional patient care every day.

We also offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave, + more.
• Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals.
• Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support.
• Company-paid disability coverage.
• Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually.
• Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses.

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment‑based green card.