Veterinary Assistant - Emergency

Onward Injury Law; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in veterinary care is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support their busy emergency department. This role involves triaging emergency cases, performing vital diagnostics, and ensuring top-notch patient care in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be committed to excellent pet care and enjoy working as part of a dedicated team. Benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive health insurance, and a supportive work culture focused on professional growth.

Benefits

Trupanion pet insurance

Annual continuing education allowance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Welcoming candidates with a Veterinary Technician Certification or equivalent.
• Experience in emergency veterinary care is highly valued.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in handling critical patient care and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency cases and assist DVMs with estimates.
• Perform diagnostics, set up patients in ICU, and handle client communication.
• Administer medications and monitor therapeutic responses.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Emergency Care

Education

Veterinary Technician Certification

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Southfield, MI, is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their fast-paced emergency department.

Are you committed and passionate about enriching lives through remarkable care for pets?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rewarding work environment?

Are you a team player who enjoys working together to provide quality care for pets?

If you answered "yes" to these questions, then we want to hear from you.

Our Veterinary Assistants triage emergency cases as they come in and assist DVMs with crafting and reviewing estimates as needed. They perform diagnostics (radiographs, lab work, etc.), set patients up in ICU or Inpatient ward, discharge patients, and handle client communication.

The schedule for this position is 10 am - 8 pm, four days a week, with rotating weekend and holiday obligations.

As an Emergency Veterinary Assistant, you will:

1. Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
2. Report patient signalment, problem list, and plan during nursing rounds.
3. Understand classification of commonly used medications, associated side effects, and appropriately monitor therapeutic responses.
4. Administer medications via appropriate routes and durations.
5. Perform phlebotomy.
6. Perform physical exams; accurately assess heart rate, pulse, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate, and effort.
7. Possess a working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with patients classified as ASA I or II.
8. Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrate proficiency in designated roles as assigned by attending clinicians and/or supervisors.

Why BluePearl?

• Our passion is pets. We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts on pet treatments, procedures, and food for our associates.
• We encourage growth. Our associates are leveled by their skillset and can advance as they gain more skills and experience. We focus on developing our team into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, there are endless opportunities for career advancement.
• We value continuous learning. We offer an annual continuing education allowance, free CE sessions, our own BluePearl University for training, and access to over 2,000 medical journals for our clinicians.
• We prioritize your health and well-being by providing:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Flexible work schedules.
• 401(k) and retirement planning.
• Paid time off and floating holidays.
• A regional social worker for guidance on maintaining a healthy lifestyle in a fast-paced environment.
• A family-like culture emphasizing teamwork and shared commitment to remarkable pet care.

BluePearl is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Assistance or accommodations are available upon request during the application process. We are a drug-free workplace.