Emergency Veterinary Assistant (full Time) - Shrewsbury, Ma

Veterinaryemergencygroupst

Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, United States
Base: $18.50-44ph; bonus/equity: 401k match + pote...
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High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to lift up to 25 kg alone
Willingness to work nights weekends holidays
** The Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a full-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Shrewsbury, MA, to support their mission of providing excellent emergency care to pets and their owners. The role emphasizes hands-on experience, growth opportunities, and a collaborative environment, making it ideal for those aspiring to advance in veterinary medicine. **

Job Summary

  • VEG is dedicated to transforming the emergency veterinary experience by providing open-concept hospitals where staff can handle diverse cases including exotics.
  • The role involves supporting the team from day one through triage, treatments, diagnostics, and anesthesia monitoring while growing into advanced clinical responsibilities.
  • Employees receive competitive compensation ranging from $18.50 to $44 per hour along with comprehensive benefits including health coverage, equity eligibility, and significant travel stipends.

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** The Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a full-time Emergency Veterinary Assistant in Shrewsbury, MA, to support their mission of providing excellent emergency care to pets and their owners. The role emphasizes hands-on experience, growth opportunities, and a collaborative environment, making it ideal for those aspiring to advance in veterinary medicine. **

Salary

Base: $18.50-44/hr; Bonus/Equity: 401K match and potential equity after one year; Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, student loan repayment, paid parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to lift up to 25 kg alone
  • Willingness to work nights weekends holidays
  • Experience standing for prolonged hours
  • Basic computer and EMR skills

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma required
  • 1+ years veterinary assistant experience preferred
  • Physical ability to lift 25kg unassisted
  • Availability for rotating night and holiday shifts

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