ER Veterinary Assistant

Ethos Veterinary Health • Santa Barbara, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Veterinary Specialists is seeking a full-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join their emergency and critical care team. This role is ideal for a compassionate, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to grow their career in emergency veterinary medicine. The team includes board-certified specialists and experienced emergency veterinarians dedicated to providing exceptional, life-saving care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of veterinary clinical experience (ER preferred)
• Must obtain California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 60 days of hire (waived if you hold a valid CA RVT license)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a collaborative environment
• Comfort with basic math for dosing and treatment support

Responsibilities

• Assisting with triage and intake of emergency patients
• Helping stabilize patients under veterinary direction
• Setting up and assisting with diagnostic procedures
• Administering oral and SQ medications/fluids as directed
• Supporting wound care and post-procedure recovery
• Monitoring patients and alerting team to changes in condition
• Preparing and cleaning exam/treatment areas
• Accurately updating medical records and logs
• Supporting communication and education for pet owners
• Collaborating with veterinarians, RVTs, and fellow assistants
• Providing calm, compassionate care to patients and clients in crisis

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• 3 weeks of accrued paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• CE allowance (including Vet Assistant CE support)
• Free access to VetBloom (RACE-approved CE and training)
• Career advancement opportunities within the hospital and larger network

What This Job Offers

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