Part-Time ER Veterinary Assistant — Grow Your Vet Career

VEG ER for Pets; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Clinical and leadership programs

CE + travel stipend

Flexible schedules

Referral program

VEG swag and meals

Job summary

VEG ER for Pets in Columbia, MD is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our busy ER team. You’ll support triage, treatments, and patient care from day one, while learning with credentialed technicians and veterinarians. This role offers growth opportunities and a collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, monitoring patients, and helping with anesthesia support in a fast-paced hospital. Nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolled in 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 EMR software knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and triage incoming patients.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics from bloodwork to imaging.
• Work with credentialed technicians and veterinarians on anesthesia and sedation.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Fine motor skills

Team collaboration

Ability to lift 25 kg

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Job description

VEG ER for Pets in Columbia, MD is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our busy ER team. You’ll support triage, treatments, and patient care from day one, while learning with credentialed technicians and veterinarians. This role offers growth opportunities and a collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, monitoring patients, and helping with anesthesia support in a fast-paced hospital. Nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.