Veterinary Assistant, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health • Riverhead, NY

5d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Join East End Veterinary Center (EEVC) as a full-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Riverhead, NY. Work alongside experienced veterinarians and Licensed Veterinary Technicians while supporting emergency and critical care patients in a fast-paced specialty animal hospital environment. This is a great opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant who enjoys hands-on patient care, learning new skills, and being part of a collaborative team committed to exceptional emergency veterinary medicine.

Requirements

• Previous veterinary assistant experience preferred
• Surgical, anesthesia, radiology, or specialty hospital experience is a plus
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Friendly, compassionate, reliable, and professional demeanor
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
• Positive attitude and desire to contribute to a collaborative hospital culture
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Responsibilities

• Clean, prepare, and sterilize surgical equipment and instrument packs (gas sterilization certification provided)
• Run CT scans from start to finish following department protocols
• Obtain orthopedic and standard radiographs
• Safely restrain patients for examinations and anesthetic procedures
• Set up and break down the surgery department for daily procedures
• Assist with surgical case preparation and patient care
• Accurately obtain and record patient vital signs
• Assist with appointments and patient history collection
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client service teams
• Maintain flexibility to support a rotating schedule and evolving patient needs

Benefits

• Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance
• Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• Access to VetGirl Subscription
• CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
• Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships
• VTNE reimbursement
• VTS Support
• 16-Week VTNE Study Group
• Professional Development Assistance
• Generous PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Pet Discount
• Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
• NVA Pet Resort Discount
• Pet Insurance Discount
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• HSA/FSA Options
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Pet Area

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed