Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Part Time) - Willow Grove, PA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Upper Moreland Township, PA

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About The Position

VEG is hiring a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary care and develop skills in veterinary emergency medicine. The role works alongside veterinary technicians and veterinarians, supports patients and their people, and helps maintain continuity of care across triage, treatment, diagnostics, and inpatient or outpatient care. Guided training may lead to more advanced responsibilities, including anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization. CPR training is provided, including preparation to become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer. 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 an understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
• Excellent communication skills when working 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 pet parents, triage incoming patients, 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 training to become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer.
• Develop advanced skills such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and a 401(k) match.
• Learning and growth programs, including VEG-created clinical and leadership programs.
• Unlimited emergency medicine continuing education and a travel stipend. Part-time credentialed employees receive a $1,000 annual travel stipend; part-time uncredentialed employees receive a $400 annual travel stipend.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Scrubs, VEG merchandise, and food in the refrigerator.

What This Job Offers

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