Relief Vet Assistant

BluePearl Vet, LLC·Savannah, Georgia

$18 - $26/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 26 days ago

Practice for this role

Relief Vet Assistant · $18 - $26/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-50% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Savannah, Georgia ($35.00/hr, n=95)

$5.20/hr · p10p90 · $175/hr

this role: $17.50/hrmedian $35.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 95 posted healthcare roles in Savannah, Georgia rates. This role sits in the 20th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 50% below the Savannah, Georgia median for similar positions.

Provide nursing care to stable patients and perform clinical tasks such as placing IV catheters and administering fluids. Monitor patient vital signs and alert doctors to any abnormal parameters.

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Savannah, GA is seeking a skilled a Relief Veterinary Assistant to pick up deficits on an as-needed basis.

Pay

$17.50 - $25.90 / hour + competitive shift differentials This pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency assessment tool. We offer competitive shift differential pay for eligible hours worked for nights and weekends. Shift differentials are based on a 4-hour minimum.
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Fri: 6pm to 8am = +$3.00/hr.
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Sun: 8am to 6pm = +$3.00/hr.
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Sun: 6pm to 8am = +$4.50/hr.
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Assistant, you will: Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values. Place peripheral intravenous catheter in cephalic vein. Perform physical exam; accurately count heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort. Understand normal vital parameters and alerts doctor when abnormal. Be able to set up intravenous fluids. Administer subcutaneous fluids. Operate all brands of intravenous fluid pumps and can troubleshoot errors. Disconnect and connect patients from intravenous fluids aseptically. Monitor patient response to fluid therapy including signs of overload. BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

Requirements

Candidates must be skilled in veterinary assistant duties, including physical exams and the operation of IV fluid pumps. Ability to follow hospital standards of care and core values is required.

Nursing Care
Vital Signs Monitoring
Aseptic Technique
Physical Examination
Intravenous Catheter Placement
Intravenous Fluid Setup
Fluid Pump Operation
Subcutaneous Fluid Administration

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $18 - $26/hr
Location: Savannah, Georgia
Posted: Aug 13, 2026
Application: Employer website

Relief vet assistants are in steady demand

In Georgia, relief vet assistant roles are often sought when clinics need flexible coverage for busy schedules, staff absences, or seasonal volume changes. These roles can be competitive because employers look for assistants who can handle physical exams, operate IV fluid pumps, and follow hospital standards of care and core values. Review the original posting closely and be ready to show your hands-on experience, since this platform AI-summarizes the job requirements and benefits from the source description to save you research time.