Relief ER Veterinary Assistant — Flexible Hours & Growth

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 123,984,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible work schedules

Referral program

VEG swag and meals

Job summary

VEG is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our team in San Diego. You will support triage, treatments, and monitoring, while learning alongside veterinarians and credentialed technicians in a fast-paced emergency setting.

You will gain hands-on experience in anesthesia support, CPR training, and potential pathways to further responsibilities, with flexible schedules and a welcoming team culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or accepted.
• Enrollment in AVMA- accredited tech program is a plus.
• 1+ year in veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty a bonus).
• Basic computer skills and EMR knowledge.
• Able to lift up to 25 kg and work in a noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and triage patients, guiding them toward care.
• Assist treatments, nursing, diagnostics including bloodwork and imaging.
• Support anesthesia and sedation with credentialed staff.
• Set up and manage IV fluids, transfusions, medications.
• Assist during care from exam to treatment area and rounds.

Skills

Empathetic

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

VEG is seeking a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our team in San Diego. You will support triage, treatments, and monitoring, while learning alongside veterinarians and credentialed technicians in a fast-paced emergency setting.

You will gain hands-on experience in anesthesia support, CPR training, and potential pathways to further responsibilities, with flexible schedules and a welcoming team culture.