Relief Emergency Vet Assistant — Flexible Hours & Growth

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work schedules

Employee referral program

VEG swag and staff perks

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) in Madison, WI. You will triage, assist with treatments, and work closely with technicians and veterinarians in a fast-paced ER environment. This per diem role emphasizes growth, patient care, and team collaboration.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across anesthesia, diagnostics, and critical care while advancing toward credentialed technician pathways with supported training and mentorship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Enrollment in AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is a plus.
• 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (ER or specialty a bonus).
• Basic computer skills and EMR/software familiarity.
• Excellent communicator with pet parents and team.
• Able to stand, lift up to 25 kg, and work in a noisy environment.
• Willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, diverse team setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm welcome, triage patients, and guide them to care.
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics.
• Set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation with clinicians.
• Manage IV fluids, blood products, and medication administration.
• Support care in outpatient or inpatient settings.
• Join rounds to maintain continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and RECOVER certification through training.
• Grow into advanced responsibilities through guided training.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

AVMA-accredited vet tech program (plus)

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) in Madison, WI. You will triage, assist with treatments, and work closely with technicians and veterinarians in a fast-paced ER environment. This per diem role emphasizes growth, patient care, and team collaboration.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across anesthesia, diagnostics, and critical care while advancing toward credentialed technician pathways with supported training and mentorship.