Emergency Veterinary Assistant

Job overview

The Emergency Veterinary Assistant role is onsite in Kirkwood, MO, with compensation not specified. The role supports Animal Emergency Clinic St. Louis, a 24/7 emergency and urgent care hospital serving pets and their families after regular business hours. The posting offers a sign-on bonus of up to $1,500 based on experience. This assistant supports hospital operations by providing veterinary patient care and service to clients. The work includes assisting with examinations and procedures, nursing care, triage, records, supplies, and patient discharge under veterinary direction.

What you'll do

• Provide patient care, take vital signs, collect samples, administer medications as directed, and bandage wounds
• assist with examinations and operations
• support triage and discharge
• maintain patient records, supplies, equipment, and a safe, sanitary environment
• communicate patient status to owners as directed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

emergency veterinary assistant

veterinary care

animal emergency hospital

kirkwood mo

petvet care centers

part-time or prn/relief considered

3x12s or 4x10s

high school diploma or ged

2+ years veterinary experience

sign-on bonus up to $1,500

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• team member pet discounts
• Calm app and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• hardship relief fund.

Why this role

Sign-on bonus up to $1,500 based on experience; 2+ years in the veterinary field and high school diploma or GED required.

About the employer

PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.