Emergency Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals (MECA) in Greenfield, Wisconsin is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join its emergency and critical care team. The facility has served the Milwaukee community since 2009 and provides emergency and critical care services for pets using modern technology and a team of compassionate professionals. The assistant supports veterinarians and technicians during emergency surgeries, trauma care, and other critical treatments. The role also involves caring for emergency patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing comfort; communicating with pet owners about their pets’ condition and care instructions; maintaining emergency equipment and supplies; and collaborating with the emergency veterinary team to support high-quality care and smooth operations. This is a full-time day-shift position with 12-hour shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., three shifts per week. Alternating weekends and rotating holidays are required. Compensation is $18–$23 per hour, with the starting range determined by skill set and years of experience in the field.
Responsibilities
- Support veterinarians and technicians during emergency surgeries, trauma care, and critical treatments.
- Provide attentive care to emergency patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing comfort.
- Communicate with pet owners, providing updates about their pet’s condition and care instructions.
- Maintain emergency equipment and ensure supplies are stocked and ready for use.
- Collaborate with the emergency veterinary team to provide high-quality care and support seamless operations during emergencies.
Benefits
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Leadership opportunities and career development programs
- Opportunities to give back through shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
- Free mental wellness subscriptions, including Headspace and 12 Lyra Health sessions
- Referral bonuses
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for associates and their families
- Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay
- 401(k) with corporate match
- Pet care discounts of 40–100%
- Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups
- Free continuing education through online WoofU
- Associate discounts on major cell phone carriers, car rentals, entertainment, and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
