Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) - Pinecrest, FL

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Pinecrest, FL

3h•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary care at its Pinecrest, Florida hospital. The role is designed for someone to learn and grow in emergency medicine while assisting the clinical team, comforting pet parents, and helping care for patients from triage through treatment. The assistant works alongside credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians and may develop into more advanced duties through guided training pathways. 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 the team.
Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods, 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 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 them 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, including exam rooms and treatment areas.
Participate in patient rounds and support continuity of care.
Learn CPR and complete RECOVER Certified Rescuer training.
Develop more advanced skills, such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization, through guided training.