Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Part Time) - Willow Grove, PA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Upper Moreland Township, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. The role supports emergency veterinary care while providing compassionate assistance to patients, pet parents, and the clinical team. The assistant will participate in triage, treatments, nursing care, diagnostics, and patient rounds, while learning and developing through guided training. VEG describes the position as an opportunity to grow in emergency veterinary medicine, including pathways to more advanced responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary assistant role.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with practice management software and electronic medical records.
• Strong communication skills when working with pet parents and teammates.
• 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 in a fast-paced environment with people from diverse backgrounds and personality types.
• Empathy and a people-centric approach.
• Humility, including willingness to acknowledge mistakes, share credit, and support teammates.
• Ownership of work and commitment to outcomes.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn and develop skills.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) match.
• Clinical and leadership learning and growth programs.
• Unlimited emergency-care continuing education and a travel stipend.
• Part-time credentialed employees receive a $1,000 annual travel stipend; part-time uncredentialed employees receive a $400 annual travel stipend.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Scrubs, company merchandise, and food in the refrigerator.

What This Job Offers

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