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Emergency Veterinary Assistant

Buffalo Grove, Illinois

$30k-$40k / yearest.

full-timejuniorVeterinary Emergency Services

💼 About This Role

You'll be in the heart of the ER from day one, supporting triage and treatments for pets and their owners. You'll learn to handle emergency cases including exotics, with mentorship and training provided. This role offers unparalleled growth opportunities in a fast-paced environment.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Triage incoming patients and guide them toward care
  • Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics
  • Work alongside technicians to set up and monitor anesthesia
  • Set up IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration

📋 Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role
  • Basic computer skills and practice management software knowledge
  • Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

✨ Nice to Have

  • Enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program
  • Emergency or specialty experience

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 💰 Competitive compensation with 401K match
  • 🏥 Comprehensive health benefits starting day one
  • 📚 Unlimited ER CE + travel stipend up to $2,500/year
  • 👶 Paid parental leave up to 10 weeks
  • 🩺 Clinical student loan repayment

🚩 Heads Up

  • Requires lifting up to 25 kg independently and 40 kg with assistance
  • Noise and odor exposure mentioned
  • Long hours including nights, weekends, holidays
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