Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) - San Diego, CA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • San Diego, CA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with the goal of improving the emergency veterinary experience for people, their pets, and the staff. VEG operates 24/7 hospitals nationwide and focuses on creating a positive and supportive work environment with opportunities for learning and growth. The company is a certified Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026. This role is for a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant who will be integral to the emergency care team, supporting colleagues, comforting pet owners, and gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced ER setting. VEG emphasizes career development, whether an individual is aiming to become a credentialed technician or explore other paths within emergency veterinary medicine.

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 understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with pet parents and the team.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.

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 all aspects of patient care, from exam rooms to treatment areas, for both outpatient and inpatient cases.
• Participate in patient rounds to ensure continuity of care.
• Learn and perform CPR, with training provided to become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer.
• Develop advanced skills in areas such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: pay range is $20-$49 based on a leveling system/experience.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Comfy scrubs.
• Cool VEG swag.
• Food in the fridge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED