Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Per Diem) - Woodbury, MN

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Woodbury, MN

5h

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Woodbury, Minnesota. The role supports emergency veterinary care while helping pet parents and learning alongside credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians. Assistants may work across triage, treatments, nursing care, diagnostics, anesthesia and sedation support, and outpatient and inpatient care. VEG offers guided training and opportunities to grow into more advanced responsibilities. Certain duties are performed as permitted by state law.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary assistant role.
• Basic computer skills and understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
• Strong communication skills when collaborating 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 needs.
• Ability to work well 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 and support 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 care in outpatient and inpatient settings, including exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Join patient rounds and help maintain continuity of care by staying informed about patients’ clinical status.
• Learn CPR and complete training to become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer.
• Develop advanced skills such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Comfy scrubs and VEG merchandise.
• Food in the fridge for employees.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED