Emergency Veterinary Assistant - Day Shift

About the role

As a Veterinary Assistant at EVCC Mishawaka, you will be a crucial part of our emergency team. You will support veterinary technicians and veterinarians by assisting with patient care, maintaining hospital cleanliness, and ensuring the hospital is stocked and ready for every emergency.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians with patient handling and restraint
• Clean and sanitize exam rooms, treatment areas, and kennels according to hospital protocols
• Maintain cleanliness of hospital equipment, instruments, and laundry
• Feed, walk, and provide general care for hospitalized patients
• Monitor patient comfort and report changes in condition to the medical team
• Restock supplies in exam rooms, treatment areas, and inventory stations
• Perform basic administrative tasks such as trash removal, laundry, and restocking
• Adhere to all safety and infection control protocols
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and hospital improvement initiatives
• Provide empathetic, positive experiences for clients and patients at all times

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of veterinary experience (ER preferred but not required)
• Ability to safely and compassionately handle animals of all sizes and temperaments
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to follow instructions
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, emergency environment
• Availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and remain on your feet for extended periods

Qualifications

• Confidence
• Resilience
• Heart

Skills

• Confidence
• Resilience
• Heart

Benefits

• Competitive compensation (depending on experience)
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one
• Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• A continuing education (CE) allowance
• Mentorship and real career growth opportunities
• The little (big) things, like comfy scrubs and cool EVCC swag

Pay

Compensation (depending on experience)

Schedule

Evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts