Veterinary Assistant

Ethos Veterinary Health; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSA

HSA

401(k)

Pet Insurance

CE Allowance

License fees covered

Paid Time Off

VetBloom Learning

Mentorship Networks

Monthly CE

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health in Byron Center, MI is seeking a Veterinary Assistant, Emergency, to join our 24/7 hospital. We offer part-time and full-time schedules, including three 12‑hour overnight shifts per week, with rotating weekends and holidays to fit your life.

You will assist veterinarians, monitor anesthesia, manage labs and client communication, and contribute to our gold‑standard care. Our team values respect, collaboration, and ongoing learning while you grow with Ethos.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Ability to stay calm, organized and adaptable under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client interactions.
• Collaborative, team-first mindset with respectful, drama-free work style.
• Genuine love for animals and commitment to high-quality care.
• Fluent English (spoken and written) required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments and procedures.
• Perform technical tasks: IVC placement, meds, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, patient monitoring.
• Monitor anesthesia with ECG, SpO2, EtCO2, NIBP.
• Provide pre- and post-surgical care and assist with surgery prep/recovery.
• Handle and process lab samples for local/offsite labs.
• Obtain and relay detailed patient histories accurately.
• Document records and diagnostics in EzyVet/SmartFlow.
• Communicate treatment plans, estimates and discharge instructions to clients.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Team player

Client-focused service

English fluent

Job description

Veterinary Assistant, Emergency

Location: Byron Center, MI

Schedule: Part Time & Full Time Available | FT Hours Are 3 Twelve Hour Shifts Per Week -Overnight Availability Required | Rotating Weekends & Holidays | Shift Bids Every 6 Months

Compensation: $17-25/hr Dependent On Experience | $3/Hour Shift Differential (Hours Between 11pm & 7am)

Why Join Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital

We believe in respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our team values kindness, teamwork, and a gossip-free, solution-focused work environment. We lift each other up and grow together.

Since opening in 2021 as the second location of our trusted veterinary care group (est. 1991), AESH Byron Center has continued to set the standard in emergency and specialty veterinary medicine.

Our 10,000 sq. ft. hospital is open 24/7 and offers advanced care in Emergency and Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology and Cardiology. Here, you’ll play a critical role in providing gold-standard care. Make a meaningful impact by participating in clinical trials that drive advancements in veterinary care and improve the lives of pets!

In Your Day-To-Day, You Will

• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments and procedures.
• Perform technical tasks; IVC placement, medication administration, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, patient monitoring, etc.
• Monitor anesthesia using ECG, SpO2, EtCO2, and NIBP.
• Provide pre- and post-surgical care and assist with surgical prep and recovery for patients.
• Handle and process laboratory samples for submission to local and offsite labs.
• Accurately obtain and relay detailed patient histories.
• Document records, treatment and diagnostics into systems (EzyVet and SmartFlow).
• Communicate effectively with clients on treatment plans, estimates, and discharge instructions including callbacks and updates.
• Educate and communicate with clients regarding their pet's condition, treatment plans, review of estimates, and follow-up care.
• Support hospital cleanliness, safety protocols and inventory management.
• Additional duties as requested by hospital leadership.

What You Bring

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant, with a passion for delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• A dependable, positive attitude and the ability to remain calm, organized, and adaptable under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate, client-focused approach and a commitment to exceptional service.
• A collaborative, team-first mindset and a desire to contribute to a supportive, respectful, and drama-free workplace.
• A genuine love for animals and a dedication to providing high-quality care for every patient while supporting your teammates.
• Fluent English (spoken and written) is required; bilingual or multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Perks & Benefits (for full time employees, unless specified otherwise):

• Medical, Dental, Vision -Multiple health plan options so that you can choose something that suits your needs best.
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, FSA, HSA
• 401(k) with employer match
• Discounted Employee Pet Insurance
• Continuing Education Allowance: $1,000/year (FT), $500/year (PT)
• License fees covered for all employees including new and out-of-state transfers
• Paid Time Off
• Access to Ethos-wide expansive VetBloom Learning and Development platform with RACE approved CE
• In depth tier training program for both Veterinary Assistants and Licensed Veterinary Technicians
• Ethos Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Networks for continued LVT growth and aspiring VTS team members
• Monthly in-house CE presented for all team members
• And more!

Hospital Highlights

• 24-Hour Critical Care and Emergency Services
• 10 exam rooms, 3 state-of-the-art surgical suites
• On-site diagnostics, including ultrasound and CT
• Full In-house diagnostic lab
• Dedicated glass-enclosed critical care/ICU suite
• Independent GI & Respiratory isolation wards
• Feline-specific hospitalization ward
• Conference center for CE and community events

We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on Qualifications, Competence, Merit, And Business Need.