Part-Time Emergency Vet Assistant—Grow Into ER Tech

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Travel stipend

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced team. You’ll support triage, treatments, and the overall care of pets from day one, helping families through urgent moments.

You’ll work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis, with training pathways, credentialing support, and opportunities to grow within VEG’s emergency medicine team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolled in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program a plus.
• 1+ years in veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience is a bonus).
• Basic computer skills and EMR familiarity.
• Excellent communication with pets' guardians and team.
• Must be able to stand for long hours and lift up to 25 kg (40 kg with assistance).
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome, triage patients, and guide them toward care.
• Assist treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics including bloodwork and imaging.
• Work with technicians and veterinarians on anesthesia and sedation setups.
• Set up and manage IV fluids, blood products, and medications.
• Support care in outpatient and inpatient settings, from exam to treatment areas.
• Join rounds to maintain continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and pursue RECOVER certification (training provided).
• Grow into advanced roles through guided training pathways.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Ability to work in fast-paced settings

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

AVMA-accredited program a plus

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced team. You’ll support triage, treatments, and the overall care of pets from day one, helping families through urgent moments.

You’ll work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis, with training pathways, credentialing support, and opportunities to grow within VEG’s emergency medicine team.