Per Diem Emergency Vet Assistant - Growth & Training

veterinaryemergencygroupst; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401k match

Flexible schedules

Referral program

VEG swag

Job summary

The Veterinary Emergency Group in Saint Petersburg, FL is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support the team from day one, handling triage, treatments, and family comfort while you learn the ropes in real time.

You'll work with credentialed technicians and vets, assist with anesthesia, IV setup, and patient rounds, with opportunities to grow into advanced roles through guided training pathways.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Enrollment in AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.
• 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty a bonus).
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours and lift up to 25 kg with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Greet and triage patients, guiding them toward care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics.
• Work with credentialed technicians and veterinarians on anesthesia.
• Set up IVs, monitor fluids, meds, and recovery.
• Support during outpatient and inpatient care, rounds.
• Participate in continuous learning and growth pathways.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program enrollment

Job description

The Veterinary Emergency Group in Saint Petersburg, FL is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support the team from day one, handling triage, treatments, and family comfort while you learn the ropes in real time.

You'll work with credentialed technicians and vets, assist with anesthesia, IV setup, and patient rounds, with opportunities to grow into advanced roles through guided training pathways.