Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Part Time) - Columbia, MD

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Elkridge, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with the goal of improving the emergency veterinary experience for both pet owners and employees. With hospitals nationwide operating 24/7, VEG offers an open-concept hospital environment that handles a wide range of emergency cases, including exotics. The company emphasizes a customer-focused approach and provides significant opportunities for employee learning, mentorship, and career growth. VEG has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.

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 outpatient to inpatient, and exam room to treatment area.
• 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.
• 401K match.
• Focus on learning and growth with VEG-created clinical and leadership programs.
• Unlimited ER CE + travel stipend ($1,000/year for part-time credentialed, $400/year for part-time uncredentialed).
• 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