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Emergency Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals·Middleton, Wisconsin

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

Support veterinarians and technicians during emergency surgeries, trauma care, and critical treatments. Provide attentive patient care, monitor vital signs, and communicate updates to pet owners.

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 Emergency Service & Veterinary Specialty Center has an exciting opportunity for you!
  • Schedule: Full-time Overnight/3rd shift, 3 x 12 hour shifts with rotating weekends.
  • About Us: At VCA Veterinary Emergency Service & Veterinary Specialty 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.
  • We are currently seeking a dedicated Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our dynamic team.
  • 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: A minimum of 2 years of experience in veterinary medicine is required. 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

Starting range is determined by license, skill set, and years of experience in the field Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team! Advancement and leadership opportunities Internal CE and development opportunities Tuition assistance including Veterinary Technology Associates, Bachelors completion and more Medical, dental & vision insurance, a variety of additional coverage options Free mental health care through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions a year) Access to free counseling through Cigna Life Assistance program Access to Headspace app Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay Paid parental leave Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts including cellular service, apparel, computer equipment, etc. 401(k) retirement plan with company match Referral bonus opportunities Practice management software with digital innovations for streamlined practice flow and client communication Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community partnerships Apply today! 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.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in veterinary medicine. Candidates must be able to remain calm in high-pressure environments and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

  • Multitasking
  • Time Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Critical Care
  • Client Communication
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Surgical Assistance
  • Trauma Care

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Middleton, Wisconsin
Posted
May 8, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

VCA Animal Hospitals

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 general practice to emergency and specialty...

Salary listed on 514 jobs
IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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