Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Part-Time) - Houston, TX

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Houston, TX

19h

About The Position

VEG is hiring a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary care in its Houston hospital. The assistant will help triage incoming patients, support pet parents and clinical teammates, and assist with treatments, nursing care, diagnostics, and continuity of care. The role offers guided learning and growth opportunities, including CPR training and pathways to more advanced clinical responsibilities. 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 record keeping.
• Strong communication skills when working with pet parents and teammates.
• 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.
• Empathy and a people-centric approach.
• Humility, including acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and supporting team accomplishments.
• A strong sense of ownership and accountability for work and outcomes.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn and grow skills and knowledge.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Welcome incoming patients and support triage to 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, from exam rooms to treatment areas.
• Participate in patient rounds and support continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and work toward RECOVER Certified Rescuer status; training is provided.
• Develop advanced responsibilities such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) match.
• Clinical and leadership learning and growth 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 available in the workplace refrigerator.

What This Job Offers

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