Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) - Millburn, NJ

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Millburn, NJ

7h • $19 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Millburn, New Jersey. The role supports emergency veterinary care by assisting the clinical team, comforting pet parents, and learning through hands-on work. The assistant helps with triage, treatments, nursing care, diagnostics, and patient monitoring, working alongside credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians. VEG describes the role as a pathway for career growth, with guided training that can lead to more advanced responsibilities. Some 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 records.
• 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.

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 for outpatient and inpatient patients in exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Join patient rounds and help maintain continuity of care.
• Learn to perform CPR and complete RECOVER Certified Rescuer training provided by VEG.
• Develop advanced skills such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation of $18.50–$39.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Comfy scrubs and VEG swag.
• Food available in the refrigerator at work.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED