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Emergency Veterinary Assistant

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Albuquerque, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 9/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/11/2026
Location: 8850 Holly Ave NE Suite K, Albuquerque, NM 87122 Are you a skilled veterinary assistant with a passion for emergency medicine? Do you thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments where you can make a real difference? If so, VCA Veterinary Care Animal Hospital and Referral Center has an exciting opportunity for you! We are currently seeking a dedicated Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our dynamic team. Schedule: Full-time opportunity with flexible scheduling options, including 4 x 10-hour shifts or 3 x 12-hour shifts. About Us: At VCA Veterinary Care Animal Hospital and Referral Center, we provide top-tier emergency and critical care services for pets in need. Our facility is equipped with the latest technology, and our team is comprised of compassionate professionals who are dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care. Assist in Emergency Procedures: Support veterinarians and technicians during emergency surgeries, trauma care, and critical treatments. Patient Care: Provide compassionate and attentive care to emergency patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing comfort. Client Communication: Communicate effectively with pet owners, providing them with updates and information about their pet's condition and care instructions. Maintain Equipment and Supplies: Ensure that all emergency equipment is properly maintained and that supplies are well-stocked and ready for use. Team Collaboration: Work closely with our emergency veterinary team to ensure the highest standard of care and a seamless operation during emergencies. Qualifications: Experience: 1 years of experience in veterinary medicine. Emergency Medicine Passion: A strong interest in emergency and critical care, with the ability to remain calm and efficient in high-pressure situations. Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to interact with clients and team members in a professional and empathetic manner. Organizational Skills: Strong ability to multitask and manage time efficiently in a busy, fast-paced environment. Compensation: $18 - 26/hour. The starting range is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field Benefits: VCA offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and professional development of its associates. Key benefits include: Free mental wellness subscriptions (Head Space and 12 Lyra Health Sessions) Referral bonuses and Competitive wages Medical, dental & vision insurance for you and your family Life, long and short-term disability insurance included Paid parental leave Paid vacation ), sick time, and holiday pay 401(k) with corporate match Pet care discounts (40-100%) Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups Free Continuing Education through our online WoofU Associate discounts on major cell phone carriers, car rentals, entertainment, and more! Plus so much more How to Apply: If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to animals and want to be a part of our dedicated team, apply today! We look forward to welcoming a new member to our veterinary family who shares our commitment to the well-being of animals. If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.

Salary : $18 - $26

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