Emergency Veterinary Assistant, Relief

Job overview

The Emergency Veterinary Assistant, Relief role is onsite in Santa Cruz, CA. The description states compensation of $20–$49, based on leveling and experience, without specifying a pay unit. Veterinary Emergency Group operates emergency hospitals and describes its mission as helping people and pets when they need it most. The assistant supports emergency veterinary care by helping triage patients, assisting with treatments and diagnostics, and working alongside veterinarians and credentialed technicians. The role also supports anesthesia and sedation cases, patient rounds, and continuity of care while offering guided learning opportunities.

What you'll do

• Welcome and help triage incoming patients
• assist with treatments, nursing care, diagnostics, bloodwork, imaging, catheter placement, and oxygen support
• help set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation cases
• manage IV fluids, transfusions, and medication administration
• assist with inpatient and outpatient care
• and participate in patient rounds.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

emergency veterinary assistant

relief

per diem

veterinary emergency

patient triage

veterinary diagnostics

anesthesia support

santa cruz ca

veg

$20–$49 stated

rotating nights and weekends

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) match
• flexible work schedules
• employee referral program
• scrubs and company merchandise
• food in the fridge.

Why this role

The posting describes a per diem role and training toward CPR and RECOVER Certified Rescuer status, with availability for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis.

About the employer

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.