Veterinary Assistant - Emergency

Brief Media, Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

PTO

CE allowance

Licensure support

Pet insurance

Disability coverage

Mental health support

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Augusta, GA seeks a compassionate Veterinary Assistant with strong phlebotomy experience for our busy emergency department. The role involves triaging emergencies, assisting DVMs, and providing nursing care in a fast-paced setting.

Expect a 3x12 schedule with rotating weekends and a pay range of $16.50–$25.30 per hour plus competitive shift differentials. We offer training, growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible hours worked.

Qualifications

• Experience with phlebotomy in clinical setting.
• Ability to triage emergency cases and assist veterinarians.
• Familiarity with radiographs and basic diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency cases as they arrive.
• Perform diagnostic procedures, including radiographs and laboratory work.
• Provide nursing care in accordance with hospital standards and core values.
• Conduct physical exams and monitor vitals.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Administer medications and monitor responses.
• Set up and manage ICU/inpatient patients.
• Communicate patient plans during rounds.
• Demonstrate anesthesia knowledge and monitor equipment.
• Assist with ASA I/II patients.
• Discharge patients and communicate with clients; assist with estimates.
• Maintain knowledge of CPR guidelines and assigned emergency roles.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Triage

Radiographs

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Assistant with strong phlebotomy experience to join our thriving emergency department in Augusta, GA!

Schedule:

3x12s with rotating weekends

Pay:

$16.50 - $25.30 / hour + competitive shift differentials

This pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency assessment tool.

We offer competitive shift differential pay for eligible hours worked for nights and weekends. Shift differentials are based on a 4-hour minimum. For example:

• Mon - Fri: 6pm to 8am = +$3.00/hr. Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = +$3.00/hr. Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = +$4.50/hr. Shift Differential

Emergency Veterinary Assistant Duties:

• Triage emergency cases as they arrive.
• Perform diagnostic procedures, including radiographs and laboratory work.
• Provide nursing care in accordance with hospital standards of care and core values.
• Conduct physical exams, including accurate assessment of heart rate, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, and respiratory rate.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and durations; understand medication classifications, associated side effects, and monitor therapeutic responses.
• Set up and manage patients in the ICU or inpatient ward.
• Report patient signalment, problem lists, and treatment plans during nursing rounds.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of anesthesia and monitoring equipment
• Assist with patients classified as ASA I or II
• Discharge patients, handle client communication, and assist DVMs with creating + reviewing estimates as needed.
• Maintain current knowledge of R.E.C.O.V.E.R. CPR guidelines and demonstrate proficiency in assigned emergency roles

Why BluePearl?

We offer advanced medicine, ongoing professional development, and pathways for growth. Work alongside passionate specialists and emergency teams, access leading-edge resources, and be part of a culture that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and exceptional patient care every day.

We also offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave, + more.
• Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals.
• Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support.
• Company-paid disability coverage.
• Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually.
• Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses.

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.