Veterinary Assistant - Animal Emergency Clinic North East

Pay

$19.00 - $22.00 per hour

About the role

Emergency Veterinary Assistant/Technician supports and assists the Veterinarians, ensuring the safety of pets and clients, performing diagnostics/treatments, and providing top‑tier patient care. This position is overnight‑only.

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun
• Obtain initial patient information, medical histories, vaccination records, and the reason for the pet’s visit
• Multitask in a fast‑paced, high‑stress environment
• Perform diagnostics, treatments, and administer medications
• Maintain vitals and treatments on hospitalized patients
• Deliver quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets
• Prep and monitor patients in surgery – pre‑op, during, and post‑op
• Provide owners education, resources, and information on emergency pet care
• Monitor, record, and report the physical condition and vital signs of hospitalized patients
• Clean and disinfect cages, runs, and treatment areas
• Perform and set up procedures (IV catheters, urinary catheters, fecal catheters, thoracic/abdominocenteses)
• May administer medication (IV, IM, SQ, orally), perform IDEXX diagnostics, and fill prescriptions
• Provide professional, efficient, quality care and exceptional service to clients while maintaining standards
• Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork
• Comply with all practice policies, quality‑assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care
• Perform other duties as requested

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 2 – 3 years of experience in a fast‑paced veterinary hospital setting or emergency experience

Schedule

• Days and overnights available
• 3 – 12 hour shifts (average 36 hours per week)
• Overtime opportunities frequently available

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Broad knowledge of animal science
• Intermediate knowledge of emergency medicine
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Cornerstone, and Smartflow
• Basic written, verbal, and active‑listening communication skills
• Basic medical mathematical skills for accurate drug and fluid dosing
• Analytical, critical‑thinking, judgement, and problem‑solving skills
• Compassion and empathy for both pets and pet owners
• Professional, caring interaction with clients and employees
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, including managing multiple priorities
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Maintain a calm demeanor in a high‑stress, fast‑paced environment

Working Conditions

• Regular communication: talking and hearing
• Frequent computer use for long periods
• Specific vision abilities required, including close vision
• Walking, standing, and sitting for long periods
• Exposure to low to moderate noise, disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, infectious diseases, and excretions
• Potential encounters with aggressive, frightened, abused, or injured pets that may bite or scratch
• Physical demands: exerting up to 30 lb occasionally, 20 lb frequently, and 10 lb constantly to lift, carry, pull, or move objects

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• License reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

About Lakefield Veterinary Group

We believe exceptional veterinary care starts with exceptional people. We partner with hospitals across the country to preserve what makes each practice special—its people, culture, and connection to community—while providing the operational support and resources that allow teams to thrive. As we grow, we are committed to creating an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to deliver outstanding care. Our values are Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun.