Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) - Buffalo Grove, IL
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Buffalo Grove, IL
•$19 - $44•Onsite
About The Position
VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary care at its Buffalo Grove, Illinois hospital. The role offers hands-on experience supporting the veterinary team, comforting pet parents, and learning emergency-care procedures. The assistant works with credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians across triage, treatments, diagnostics, and inpatient and outpatient care. Guided training is available for additional responsibilities and CPR certification as a RECOVER Certified Rescuer. Duties are performed as permitted by state law.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary assistant role.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with practice management software and electronic medical records.
- Strong communication skills when working with pet parents and team members.
- Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods, kneel, work on the floor, 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 according to hospital needs.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
Nice To Haves
- Enrollment in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.
- Emergency or specialty veterinary experience.
Responsibilities
- Welcome and support incoming patients, assist with triage, and help guide patients toward care.
- Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics, including bloodwork, imaging, catheter placement, and oxygen support.
- Work with 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 with patient care in outpatient and inpatient settings, from exam rooms to treatment areas.
- Participate in patient rounds and help maintain continuity of care.
- Learn CPR and pursue RECOVER Certified Rescuer status through provided training.
- Develop advanced skills such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedules.
- Employee referral program.
- Comfy scrubs and VEG swag.
- Food provided in the workplace fridge.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
