Emergency Veterinary Assistant - Hoboken, NJ
About The Position
VEG is hiring a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Hoboken, New Jersey. The assistant supports emergency veterinary care from the first patient interaction through treatment and ongoing care, while working alongside credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians. The position offers hands-on learning and guided growth into advanced responsibilities, with opportunities to develop skills in emergency medicine and potentially pursue a path toward becoming a credentialed technician. VEG describes its hospitals as open-concept and open 24/7, 365 days a year. The role involves a fast-paced clinical environment and frequent interaction with patients, pet parents, and team members. Training is provided for CPR and RECOVER certification.
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 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 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 well in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
- Empathy and a people-centric approach.
- Humility, including acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and supporting teammates.
- A sense of ownership and responsibility for work and outcomes.
- Curiosity and a commitment to learning and developing skills.
Nice To Haves
- Enrollment in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.
- Emergency or specialty veterinary experience.
Responsibilities
- Welcome and 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 outpatient and inpatient care in exam rooms and treatment areas.
- Participate in patient rounds and help maintain continuity of care.
- Learn CPR and work toward becoming a RECOVER Certified Rescuer; training is provided.
- Develop advanced skills such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation of $18.50–$44 per hour.
- Learning and growth programs, including VEG-created clinical and leadership programs.
- Unlimited emergency 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
