Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Part Time) - Lynnwood, WA
About The Position
VEG is hiring a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary care at its Lynnwood, Washington hospital. The role puts the assistant at the center of hospital activity from day one, helping the clinical team, comforting pet parents, and developing skills in emergency veterinary medicine. The position may suit someone pursuing credentialed veterinary technician work or exploring a career in veterinary medicine. The assistant helps triage patients and supports treatment, nursing care, diagnostics, anesthesia and sedation cases, IV fluids, blood transfusions, medication administration, and care in both outpatient and inpatient settings. The role also involves participating in patient rounds and learning CPR, with training toward RECOVER Certified Rescuer status. Guided training pathways may allow the assistant to develop skills in anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization, 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 an understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
- 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, work on the floor, 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 varied backgrounds and personality types.
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, from exam rooms to treatment areas.
- Participate in patient rounds and help ensure continuity of care.
- 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 of $20–$49 per hour, based on a leveling system and experience.
- 401(k) match.
- Clinical and leadership learning 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.
- Comfy scrubs, VEG merchandise, and food in the fridge.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
