Per Diem Emergency Vet Assistant — Grow & Learn

veterinaryemergencygroupst; Pinecrest (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401k match

Flexible work schedules

Generous employee referral program

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Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced ER team. You will support triage, patient care, and learning on the job, helping both pets and their parents while growing with mentorship and hands-on training.

As part of our VEG family, you will work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed, with opportunities to advance toward credentialed technician roles and specialized procedures in a supportive, high-energy environment.

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.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and lift up to 25 kg, up to 40 kg with assistance.
• Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as needed basis.

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 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

Empathy

Communication

Ownership

Curiosity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program (a plus)

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced ER team. You will support triage, patient care, and learning on the job, helping both pets and their parents while growing with mentorship and hands-on training.

As part of our VEG family, you will work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed, with opportunities to advance toward credentialed technician roles and specialized procedures in a supportive, high-energy environment.