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About the Role
As an Emergency Veterinary Assistant, you will be in the heart of the action from day one, supporting your team, comforting pet parents, and learning the ropes in real time. You'll be there for every aspect of patient care, embarking on a path where careers start, grow, and thrive. VEG supports your growth whether you are on your way to becoming a credentialed technician or exploring where your passion can take you.
Responsibilities
- Triage incoming patients and guide them toward care.
- Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics, including bloodwork, imaging, catheter placement, and oxygen support.
- Work alongside veterinary technicians and veterinarians to set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation cases.
- Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration.
- Assist during outpatient or inpatient care, from the exam room to the treatment area.
- Join patient rounds to ensure continuity of care.
- Learn how to perform CPR and become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer.
- Grow into advanced responsibilities such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role.
- Basic computer skills and understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with pet parents and team members.
- Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
- Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor.
- Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
- Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with diverse individuals.
Skills
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Fine motor skills
- Computer skills
- Practice management software
- Electronic medical record keeping
- CPR
- Anesthesia support
- Ultrasound
- Catheterization
Location
- Nationwide
Work Type
- Full-time
- Nights
- Weekends
- Holidays
Experience Level
- 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role
- Emergency or specialty experience is a bonus
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program a plus
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- 401K match
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- QPR training
- Access to free therapy or counseling
- Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time employment
- Clinical student loan repayment
- Paid parental leave (up to 12 weeks at 100% salary)
- Inclusive fertility and family-building care
- Flexible work schedules
- Generous employee referral program
- Comfy scrubs
- Cool VEG swag
- Food in the fridge
About the Company
- VEG was founded in 2014 with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most, by challenging the status quo and improving the ER experience.
- VEG has expanded rapidly with hospitals nationwide, operating 24/7/365.
- VEG offers a better emergency experience for clients and employees.
- VEG provides opportunities for career growth in veterinary emergency medicine.
- VEG hospitals feature open-concept designs, handling diverse emergency cases, including exotics.
- VEG focuses on an immersive, customer-focused experience to provide excellent care.
- VEG aims to create the best experience for its employees, fostering a sense of belonging, value, and recognition.
- VEG offers unparalleled learning and mentorship opportunities for career development.
- VEG is a certified Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.
Equal Opportunity
- At VEG, diversity is a strength that fuels innovation and kindness.
- VEG is devoted to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities served.
- VEG ensures different perspectives are welcomed and celebrated.
- VEG focuses on providing equitable opportunities for growth.
- VEG promotes inclusive decision-making.
- VEG ensures everyone's perspective is considered.
- VEG is building a culture where unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to a shared vision of being the world’s veterinary emergency company.