Emergency Veterinary Assistant - Day Shift

Emergency Veterinary Care Center • Kalamazoo, MI

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About The Position

Emergency Veterinary Care Centers (EVCC) is hiring an experienced Veterinary Assistant for its emergency veterinary team. The role supports veterinary technicians and veterinarians with patient care, hospital cleanliness, and stocking, while helping the hospital remain ready for emergencies. The assistant interacts directly with pets and clients and helps create positive experiences during stressful situations. The position calls for confidence, resilience, and compassion in a fast-paced emergency environment.

The posting identifies the role as a day-shift position, although it also lists availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts among the requirements. It describes the hospital’s current operating schedule as 24 hours from Thursday at 7 AM through Tuesday at 7 PM, including holidays within that period, and says the hospital plans to expand its hours in November.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of veterinary experience; emergency-room experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to safely and compassionately handle animals of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependability, attention to detail, and ability to follow instructions.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and remain on feet for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Emergency-room veterinary experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians with patient handling and restraint.
• Clean and sanitize exam rooms, treatment areas, and kennels according to hospital protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness of hospital equipment, instruments, and laundry.
• Feed, walk, and provide general care for hospitalized patients.
• Monitor patient comfort and report changes in condition to the medical team.
• Restock supplies in exam rooms, treatment areas, and inventory stations.
• Perform basic administrative tasks, including trash removal, laundry, and restocking.
• Follow safety and infection-control protocols.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and hospital improvement initiatives.
• Provide empathetic, positive experiences for clients and patients.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and a 401(k) match; compensation depends on experience.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits beginning on day one.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid time off.
• Continuing-education allowance.
• Mentorship and career-growth opportunities.
• Comfy scrubs and EVCC swag.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED