Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Emergency Center

Care for animals.

Support your team.

Make a difference every single shift.

At Veterinary Emergency Center, we know it takes a village to care for pets and Veterinary Assistants are the glue that holds it all together.

We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our crew and bring skill, kindness, and hustle to every exam room, surgery prep, and tail wag.

What you'll do: Keeping accurate medical records and helping answer client questions Prepping patients for exams and surgeries Administering medications as directed Assisting with lab testing (blood, fecal, urine, etc.) Cleaning and sanitizing surgical tools, kennels, and exam areas Monitoring post-op patients and reporting any changes Safely restraining patients during exams and procedures Helping educate pet parents on meds, treatments, and care Partnering with Credentialed Technicians and Veterinarians to provide top-tier care You'll be a great fit if: You have at least 3 years hands-on experience as a veterinary assistant.

You love animals (obviously) and have a calm, steady presence You’re a great communicator and work well with clients and teammates You’re organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable You’re cool under pressure and thrive in a busy hospital setting You’re eager to learn and grow in your role You value teamwork and know how to pitch in wherever you’re needed Why you'll love us: Passionate Emergency Care - We provide urgent and emergency services, surgery, and advanced diagnostics, all delivered by a team that truly loves what they do.

Quality Care & Strong Bonds - We’re proud not only of the high-quality care we provide but also of the strong relationships we build with pets and their people in our community.

Growth & Teamwork Culture - We value a supportive, collaborative environment where teamwork thrives, egos stay at the door, and your professional growth is always encouraged.

What's in it for you?

Competitive pay, based on experience Free virtual mental health for your household (ages 13+) Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Generous CE allowance + paid CE time Uniform allowance Pet care discounts for your personal pets PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between) Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources A 401(k) with up to 5% company match.

Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special?

Apply today!

Check us out: www.toledopetemergency.com Veterinary Emergency Center is proud to be partnered with Encore Vet Group – see what that means for you: www.encorevet.com Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care.

We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine.

Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients.

Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future.

Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.