Emergency Veterinary Assistant Overnight (Part Time) - N. Tampa, FL

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Tampa, FL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant for its North Tampa, Florida location. The role supports emergency veterinary care by assisting with triage, treatments, nursing care, diagnostics, and patient monitoring while providing support to pet parents and collaborating with credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians. The position offers guided training and opportunities to develop skills in emergency medicine, with the possibility of growing into advanced responsibilities such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization. CPR and RECOVER Certified Rescuer training is provided. Duties are performed as permitted by state law.

VEG describes its hospitals as open-concept and operating 24/7, 365 days a year. The role requires availability for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis, and involves working in a fast-paced, noisy environment with potentially strong or unpleasant odors. The company emphasizes learning, mentorship, inclusive teamwork, and career development.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary assistant role.
• Basic computer skills and understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
• Strong communication skills when 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 according to hospital needs.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
• Empathetic, people-centric approach and willingness to understand different perspectives.
• Humility, including acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and supporting teammates.
• Ownership of work and responsibility for outcomes.
• Curiosity and ongoing interest in learning and developing skills.

Nice To Haves

• Enrollment in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.
• Emergency or specialty veterinary experience.

Responsibilities

• Welcome 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 to perform CPR and complete RECOVER Certified Rescuer training.
• Develop advanced skills such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) match.
• Clinical and leadership learning programs.
• Unlimited emergency-care 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.
• Comfy scrubs and company merchandise.
• Food in the workplace refrigerator.

What This Job Offers

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