Emergency Veterinary Assistant Overnight (Part Time) - Clearwater, FL

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Clearwater, FL

6h • Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary care at its Clearwater, Florida hospital. The role is designed for someone who wants to develop a career in veterinary emergency medicine, working alongside credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians while supporting patients, pet parents, and the care team. The position offers opportunities to learn through guided training and clinical and leadership programs. The hospital is open 24/7, 365 days a year, and the role requires availability for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis.

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.
• Excellent communication skills when collaborating with pet parents and team members.
• 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, depending on 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 and blood transfusions, and assist with medication administration.
• Assist with patient care in outpatient and inpatient settings, including exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Participate in patient rounds and help ensure continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and complete training to become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer.
• Develop advanced skills, such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization, through guided training pathways.
• Perform duties as permitted by state law.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) match.
• Clinical and leadership learning programs.
• Unlimited emergency-care continuing education and travel stipend; part-time credentialed employees receive $1,000 per year, and part-time uncredentialed employees receive $400 per year.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Scrubs and company merchandise.
• Food available in the workplace refrigerator.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED