Veterinary Assistant - Emergency

BluePearl Pet Hospital; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

CE allowance

Licensure support

Disability coverage

Mental health support

Pet insurance

Scrub allowance

Referral bonuses

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Philadelphia, PA seeks a knowledgeable Veterinary Assistant for a high-energy emergency department. This role includes triage, nursing care, diagnostics, ICU/inpatient setup, client communication, and ongoing learning in a fast-paced hospital.

The position offers a compensation range of $19.39 to $28.72 per hour plus competitive shift differentials and a robust benefits package, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Provide nursing care to stable patients per hospital standards and core values.
• Triage emergency cases and assist DVM with estimates and plans.
• Perform Diagnostics (radiographs, lab work) and ICU/Inpatient setup.
• Maintain patient monitoring and telemetry during care.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team during rounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Report patient signalment, problem list and plan during nursing rounds.
• Pharmacology
• Basic Medical Math
• IV Fluid Therapy
• Understand classification of commonly used medications, monitor responses.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and durations.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform physical exams and document vitals.
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring for ASA I/II patients.
• Stay current with R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and assigned role.

Skills

Nursing care

Triage

Pharmacology

IV Therapy

Vital signs

CPR (RECOVER)

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Tools

Radiographs

Laboratory equipment

IV fluids handling

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their fast-paced emergency department at our Philadelphia, PA Hospital!

Pay: $19.39 - $28.72 / hour + competitive shift differentials

Our Veterinary Assistants triage emergency cases as they come in and assist DVM with crafting and going overestimates as needed. In addition, they perform diagnostics (radiographs, labwork, etc), setting patients up in ICU or Inpatient ward, discharging patients, and handling client communication.

As an Emergency Veterinary Assistant you will:

• Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.

• Report patient signalment, problem list and plan during nursing rounds.

• Pharmacology

• Basic Medical Math

• IV Fluid Therapy

• Understand classification of commonly usedmedications, associated side effects and appropriately monitorstherapeutic response.

• Administer medications via appropriate routesand duration.

• Perform phlebotomy.

• Perform physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rateand effort.

• Possess a working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assistwith patients assigned ASA I or II classifications.

• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrates proficiencyin designated role as assigned by attending clinician and/or supervisor.

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