Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Part Time) - Seattle, WA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Seattle, WA

1d • $20 - $49

About The Position

VEG is hiring a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary care in a fast-paced hospital. The role offers hands-on experience from day one, supporting the veterinary team, comforting pet parents, and learning through real-time clinical work. It may suit someone pursuing a credentialed veterinary technician career or exploring opportunities in emergency veterinary medicine. VEG describes its hospitals as open-concept and open 24/7, 365 days a year, and emphasizes learning, mentorship, and career growth.

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 team members.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, kneel, work on the floor, 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 incoming patients, assist with triage, 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 patient care in outpatient and inpatient settings, including exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Participate in patient rounds and support continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and complete RECOVER Certified Rescuer training.
• Develop toward advanced responsibilities such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation of $20–$49 per hour, based on leveling and experience.
• 401(k) match.
• Clinical and leadership learning programs and unlimited emergency continuing education.
• Annual travel stipend: $1,000 for part-time credentialed employees and $400 for part-time uncredentialed employees.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Comfy scrubs, company swag, and food in the refrigerator.

What This Job Offers

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