Part-Time ER Veterinary Assistant — Growth & Training

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Travel stipend

Flexible schedules

Employee referral program

VEG swag & snacks

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support the team, comfort pet parents, and learn on the job from day one in a fast-paced emergency setting.

You will assist with triage, treatments, and monitoring, and grow toward advanced responsibilities through guided training paths. This role offers flexible scheduling and strong growth potential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolled in AVMA-accredited program is a plus.
• 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty a bonus).
• Basic computer skills and EMR understanding.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming patients and guide to care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics.
• Set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation with team.
• Manage IV fluids, transfusions, and meds.
• Join patient rounds to maintain continuity of care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited program a plus

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support the team, comfort pet parents, and learn on the job from day one in a fast-paced emergency setting.

You will assist with triage, treatments, and monitoring, and grow toward advanced responsibilities through guided training paths. This role offers flexible scheduling and strong growth potential.