Part-Time Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Growth & Impact

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay: $18.50–$44/hr

Clinical and leadership learning paths

Flexible schedule

Employee referral program

VEG swag and amenities

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in Massachusetts seeks a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join the fast-paced ER team. You’ll greet clients, assist with treatments, and support the veterinarians and technicians in triage, imaging, anesthesia setup, and patient monitoring.

This entry-level to mid-level role emphasizes learning and growth, with opportunities to expand responsibilities through guided training pathways and on-the-job mentorship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program a plus.
• 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience is a bonus)
• Basic computer skills and an understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
• Excellent communicator when collaborating with pet parents and your team.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and a steady support, triaging incoming patients and helping guide them toward care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics, from bloodwork and imaging to catheter placement and oxygen support.
• Work alongside our credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians to set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation cases.
• Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration.
• Assist during every moment of care: outpatient or inpatient, exam room to treatment area.
• Join patient rounds and stay close to the clinical picture to ensure continuity of care.
• Learn how to perform CPR and become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer (training provided!)
• Grow into more advanced responsibilities, such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways.

Skills

Empathetic

Excellent communicator

Fast-paced

Ownership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited program (plus)

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in Massachusetts seeks a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join the fast-paced ER team. You’ll greet clients, assist with treatments, and support the veterinarians and technicians in triage, imaging, anesthesia setup, and patient monitoring.

This entry-level to mid-level role emphasizes learning and growth, with opportunities to expand responsibilities through guided training pathways and on-the-job mentorship.