Veterinary Assistant, Emergency Overnight
Ethos Veterinary Health•Portsmouth, NH
•$18 - $20•Onsite
About The Position
Join Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital in Portsmouth, NH, and become part of a collaborative Emergency team dedicated to exceptional patient care. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine and eager to continue learning, we offer career development opportunities, technician education support, and a team that genuinely invests in your success. As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an essential role in supporting our Emergency team while helping deliver exceptional patient care.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred
- Passion for providing exceptional patient care and outstanding client service
- Friendly, dependable, compassionate, and team-oriented
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced emergency veterinary hospital
- Willingness to learn, grow, and collaborate with teammates
- Takes initiative and enjoys contributing to the success of the entire hospital
- Interest in continuing education and professional development
- Veterinary Technician career goals are encouraged—we offer scholarship opportunities and mentorship
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures
- Safely restrain patients for examinations and diagnostics
- Obtain patient histories and record vital signs (TPR, weight, etc.)
- Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for incoming patients
- Assist with radiographs and other diagnostic procedures
- Fill prescriptions and review discharge instructions with clients
- Communicate professionally with clients in person, by phone, and via email
- Admit patients for hospitalization and ensure proper identification
- Monitor patient comfort and assist with feeding, walking, bathing, and general nursing care
- Maintain clean cages, treatment areas, exam rooms, and hospital equipment
- Stock medical supplies and assist with inventory deliveries
- Accurately document patient information in medical records
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment
Benefits
- $18–$20/hour based on skills assessment
- Additional $5/hour shift differential for shifts worked between 12:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
- Annual CE Allowance: Starting at $800 for licensed technicians and incremental increases based on total years credentialed
- Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
- CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement (does not come out of your CE allowance!)
- RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
- Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
- 16-Week VTNE Study Group
- Professional Development Assistance
- PTO + Sick Time
- 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
- Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
