Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) - Alpharetta, GA
About The Position
VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary care at its Alpharetta, Georgia hospital. The role provides hands-on experience in emergency medicine, supporting the clinical team, comforting pet parents, and learning through real-time work and guided training. It may suit someone pursuing veterinary technology credentials or exploring a career in emergency veterinary medicine. The assistant helps with patient triage, treatments, nursing care, diagnostics, and continuity of care across outpatient and inpatient settings. The position works alongside credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians and may develop into more advanced responsibilities through training. 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 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, depending on hospital needs.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
- Empathetic, people-centric approach; humility; ownership and accountability; and curiosity with a commitment to learning and growth.
Nice To Haves
- Enrollment in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.
- Emergency or specialty veterinary experience.
Responsibilities
- Welcome and support 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 care in outpatient and inpatient settings, from exam rooms to treatment areas.
- Participate in patient rounds and help maintain 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.
Benefits
- 401(k) match.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Employee referral program.
- Comfy scrubs and VEG merchandise.
- Food in the workplace refrigerator.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
