Emergency Veterinary Assistant, Swing

Ethos Veterinary Health•Grand Terrace, CA

31d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Animal Emergency Clinic (AEC) is an AAHA-accredited emergency veterinary hospital serving the Inland Empire for over 50 years. Our highly skilled emergency team provides after-hours and urgent care services for pets, with plans to expand to 24/7 emergency services.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in a veterinary hospital setting
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
Ability to work independently and under supervision in a fast-paced environment
Strong computer skills for EMR and record-keeping
Flexible, dependable, and responsible with strong time-management skills

Responsibilities

Assist ER veterinarians and RVT's with patient triage, restraint, and treatments
Obtain accurate patient vitals and monitor hospitalized patients
Assist with venipuncture and collect blood samples confidently
Assist with placing, maintaining, and removing IV catheters
Administer medications and treatments as directed
Provide compassionate nursing care to critical and hospitalized patients
Assist with surgical procedures, including patient prep and recovery
Monitor anesthesia (TPR, ECG, SpO₂, blood pressure, ETCO₂ when applicable)
Maintain sterile technique and assist with instrument handling
Monitor patients during recovery and report concerns promptly
Run and process in-house diagnostics (bloodwork, cytology, urinalysis)
Assist with radiographs and imaging
Support oxygen therapy, fluid therapy, and emergency interventions
Accurately document treatments, procedures, and patient care
Maintain clean, safe, and well-stocked treatment areas
Support a positive and professional team environment