Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Part-Time) - Fort Worth, TX (Camp Bowie)

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Fort Worth, TX

13h

About The Position

VEG is hiring a part-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary teams and care for patients and their families. The assistant will help triage incoming patients, provide nursing and treatment support, and learn through hands-on experience and guided training. The role offers opportunities to develop skills in areas such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization. CPR training is provided, including training to become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer. Duties are performed as permitted by state law.

VEG operates open-concept emergency hospitals and emphasizes learning, mentorship, and an inclusive workplace. The position requires availability for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis according to hospital needs.

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.
• Excellent 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 based on hospital needs.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
• Empathy and a people-centric approach, including an effort to understand different perspectives.
• Humility, including acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and supporting teammates' accomplishments.
• Ownership of work, responsibility for outcomes, and commitment to long-term results.
• Curiosity and an ongoing interest in learning and growing skills and knowledge.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Welcome and support clients and triage incoming patients, helping 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 maintain 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, including a base salary and 401(k) match.
• Learning and growth opportunities through VEG-created clinical and leadership programs.
• Unlimited emergency medicine 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, VEG merchandise, and food in the fridge.

What This Job Offers

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