Emergency Veterinary Assistant - San Jose, Ca

Veterinary Emergency Group

San Jose, California, United States
Base: $20-$40 ph based on leveling; equity: eligib...
On-site
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to lift up to 25 kg alone
Availability for nights weekends holidays
VEG is dedicated to transforming the emergency veterinary experience by providing 24/7 care for pets and their owners nationwide

Job Summary

  • VEG is dedicated to transforming the emergency veterinary experience by providing 24/7 care for pets and their owners nationwide.
  • The role involves supporting the team from day one through triage, treatments, diagnostics, and anesthesia monitoring in a fast-paced environment.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including competitive pay, equity eligibility, clinical student loan repayment, and significant travel stipends for CE.

Matching Summary

VEG is dedicated to transforming the emergency veterinary experience by providing 24/7 care for pets and their owners nationwide.

Salary

Base: $20-$40 per hour based on leveling; Equity: Eligible after one year; Benefits: Comprehensive health, 401K match, travel stipend

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to lift up to 25 kg alone
  • Availability for nights weekends holidays
  • Comfort with noisy environments and odors
  • Fine motor skills for medical equipment

Nice-to-have

  • Empathetic people-centric approach
  • Experience in emergency or specialty vet roles
  • Enrolled in AVMA-accredited vet tech program
  • Sense of humility and team ownership
  • Curious nature seeking continuous learning

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma required
  • 1+ years veterinary assistant experience preferred
  • Basic computer and EMR software skills
  • Willingness to work rotating shifts including holidays

Work Rights

Not specified

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