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Description & Requirements
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 You'll 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 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
- 6:00pm-7:00am
Why You'll 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 We're 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
- 401(k)
- Health Savings Account
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
Salary : $22 - $27