Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Relief) - Ralph Ave/Brooklyn, NYC

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•New York, NY

1d•$21 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary care at its Ralph Avenue hospital in Brooklyn, New York. The role supports the clinical team, comforts pet parents, and assists with patient care and treatment in a fast-paced emergency environment. Assistants work alongside credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians and can develop additional skills through guided training. CPR training is provided, including preparation to become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer. The hospital environment is open-concept and serves emergency cases, including exotic animals.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary assistant role; emergency or specialty experience is a bonus.
Basic computer skills and an understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
Excellent communication skills when collaborating with pet parents and the team.
Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
Ability to stand for prolonged hours, 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 well in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
Empathy and a people-centric approach, humility, ownership of work, curiosity, and 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 patients and 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.
Help set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation cases alongside credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians.
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 help maintain continuity of care.
Learn CPR and work toward RECOVER Certified Rescuer status through provided training.
Develop advanced responsibilities such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways, as permitted by state law.