Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) - Horizon West, FL

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•North Pearsall, TX

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary care at its Horizon West hospital. The assistant will work alongside veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, support patients and their people throughout the care process, and develop skills through on-the-job learning and guided training. The role offers opportunities to grow into more advanced responsibilities, including anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization. CPR training and RECOVER Certified Rescuer training are provided. Duties are performed as permitted by state law. The position requires availability for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis according to hospital needs. The work takes place in a fast-paced, noisy environment with potentially strong or unpleasant odors and requires prolonged standing, kneeling, working on the floor, and lifting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary assistant role.
Basic computer skills and an understanding of practice management software and electronic medical records.
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, 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, based on hospital needs.
Ability to work effectively 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, from exam rooms to treatment areas.
Participate in patient rounds and support continuity of care.
Learn CPR and complete RECOVER Certified Rescuer training.
Develop advanced skills such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways.