Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Overnight) - Denver, CO

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Denver, CO

2d • $19 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary care in a 24/7 hospital. The role is positioned as an entry point for people who want to build a career in veterinary emergency medicine, with opportunities to learn and advance through training and mentorship. The assistant supports the clinical team, helps comfort pet parents, and contributes to patient care from triage through treatment and follow-up. Duties are performed as permitted by state law.

The position involves assisting with nursing care, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia and sedation cases, IV fluids, transfusions, and medication administration. The assistant works with credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians, participates in patient rounds, and helps maintain continuity of care. Training is provided in CPR and RECOVER certification, with guided pathways to more advanced skills.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of veterinary assistant experience, strong communication and teamwork, basic computer skills, and the physical ability to stand, kneel, work on the floor, and lift or support specified weights. The employee must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors and to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis.

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.
• Excellent 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 according to hospital demands.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
• Empathy and a people-centric approach, including willingness to understand different perspectives.
• Humility, including acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and recognizing teammates’ accomplishments.
• A strong sense of ownership and accountability for work and outcomes.
• Curiosity and a commitment to learning and developing skills.

Nice To Haves

• Enrollment in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.
• Emergency or specialty veterinary experience.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and 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 patient care in outpatient and inpatient settings, including exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Participate in patient rounds and help ensure continuity of care.
• Learn CPR and become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer through provided training.
• Develop advanced responsibilities such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways.

Benefits

• Compensation of $18.50–$44 per hour, depending on assessment results.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on day one.
• QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
• Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time active employment, depending on role.
• Clinical and leadership learning programs, unlimited emergency-room continuing education, and a travel stipend.
• Annual travel stipend of $2,500 for full-time credentialed employees and $1,000 for full-time uncredentialed employees.
• Clinical student loan repayment.
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary.
• Fertility and family-building care for all types of families.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Scrubs, company merchandise, and food in the refrigerator.

What This Job Offers

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