Job Description
Overnight ER Veterinary Assistant Thursday-Saturday 6pm-7am
Are you calm under pressure, passionate about emergency medicine, and looking for a schedule that leaves your days free? Sumner Veterinary Hospital is hiring a Full-Time Overnight ER Veterinary Assistant to join our growing emergency team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys critical thinking, and wants hands-on experience in emergency and critical care.
What Youll Do
• Support veterinarians and LVTs with emergency cases and critical patients • Assist with patient triage, treatments, and nursing care • Safely restrain and handle patients • Prepare and maintain treatment areas, ICU spaces, and exam rooms • Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes to the doctor on staff • Maintain cleanliness, stocking, and organization of ER spaces • Provide compassionate support to pet owners during stressful situations
Schedule Overnights: Thursday-Saturday, 6pm-7am
Why Youll Love This Role
• Work with a dedicated overnight ER team • Gain valuable experience in emergency and critical care • Supportive leadership and a hospital that values teamwork and growth • Opportunity to learn advanced skills
What Were Looking For
• Prior veterinary assistant or animal handling experience • Ability to stay calm, focused, and professional in high-stress situations • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Comfort working overnight hours and handling emergency cases • Reliable, accountable, and patient-focused
Compensation • Base hourly rate of $22-27 • Eligible for periodic bonus • Benefits: Medical, vision, dental insurance, 401k, Health Savings Account, Paid time off, Employee discount
About Us
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. At NVA, were on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion, so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all.
At NVA, were committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership. NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off, including sick time, for all eligible employees.
The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorados Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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