Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) - Baybrook, TX

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Friendswood, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with the goal of improving the emergency veterinary experience for both people and their pets, as well as for its employees. The company operates 24/7 hospitals nationwide and emphasizes a positive and supportive work environment with opportunities for learning and career growth. VEG is recognized as a Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026. This role is for a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant, described as a path to becoming an "emergency rockstar" within the veterinary field. The position involves supporting the team, comforting pet parents, and gaining hands-on experience in emergency veterinary medicine, with opportunities for growth regardless of whether the individual aims to become a credentialed technician or explore other passions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience is a bonus!)
Basic computer skills and an understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping
Excellent communicator when collaborating with pet parents and your team
Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment
Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor as well as ability to lift up to 25 kg on own and able to support up to 40 kg with assistance
Must be willing 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 based on hospital needs
Work well in a fast-paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types

Nice To Haves

Enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program a plus

Responsibilities

Be the first warm welcome and a steady support, triaging incoming patients and helping guide them toward care
Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics, from bloodwork and imaging to catheter placement and oxygen support
Work alongside our credentialed 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 every moment of care: outpatient or inpatient, exam room to treatment area.
Join patient rounds and stay close to the clinical picture to ensure continuity of care.
Learn how to perform CPR and become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer (training provided!)
Grow into more advanced responsibilities, such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways
As permitted by state law