Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Overnight) - Redmond, WA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Redmond, WA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with the goal of improving the emergency veterinary experience for both pet owners and employees. With hospitals nationwide open 24/7, VEG offers a better emergency experience. The company emphasizes creating a positive work environment with opportunities for learning and mentorship. VEG is a certified Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
1+ years 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 communicator when collaborating with pet parents and your 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 on own and able to support up to 40 kg with assistance.
Must be willing 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 demands.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types.
Empathetic, people-centric approach.
Sense of humility; acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and lifting up team accomplishments.
Strong sense of ownership over work, taking responsibility for outcomes and commitment to achieving long-term results.
Curious by nature; asking insightful questions and continuously seeking opportunities to learn and grow skills and knowledge.

Nice To Haves

Enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program a plus.

Responsibilities

Triage incoming patients and guide them toward care.
Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics, including bloodwork, imaging, catheter placement, and oxygen support.
Work alongside 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 during all moments of care, from outpatient to inpatient, and exam room to treatment area.
Participate in patient rounds to ensure continuity of care.
Learn how to perform CPR and become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer (training provided).
Grow into more advanced responsibilities such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways, as permitted by state law.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including base and 401K match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, QPR training, and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time employment.
Focus on learning and growth, including VEG-created clinical and leadership programs.
Unlimited ER CE + travel stipend ($2,500/year for full-time credentialed VEGgies, $1,000/year for full-time uncredentialed VEGgies).
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave (up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary) and inclusive fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Generous employee referral program.
Comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge.