Per Diem Emergency Vet Assistant: Grow & Learn

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Referral program

VEG swag

Fridge meals

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to be in the heart of the action from day one, supporting the team, comforting pet parents, and learning the ropes in real time. You’ll be involved in triage, treatments, and the overall care process, with pathways to credentialed technician roles.

You will work alongside certified technicians and veterinarians, with opportunities to grow into advanced responsibilities through guided training and a supportive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrollment 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 understanding of practice management software and EMR.

Responsibilities

• Be the first warm welcome and triage incoming patients.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics.
• Set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation cases with clinicians.
• Manage IV fluids, blood products, and medication administration.
• Support care across outpatient and inpatient settings.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Stamina

Education

High school diploma

Enrollment in AVMA‑accredited veterinary tech program

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to be in the heart of the action from day one, supporting the team, comforting pet parents, and learning the ropes in real time. You’ll be involved in triage, treatments, and the overall care process, with pathways to credentialed technician roles.

You will work alongside certified technicians and veterinarians, with opportunities to grow into advanced responsibilities through guided training and a supportive