Emergency Veterinary Assistant - ER/ICU

Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty + Emergency

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Gig Harbor, Washington

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Support veterinarians and technicians with emergency procedures, patient handling, and diagnostics. Maintain a clean clinical environment and provide compassionate care to patients and clients in a high-acuity setting.

Qualifications

You have at least one year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant, preferably in an emergency or specialty setting. You are able to remain calm and compassionate in high-pressure situations, possess strong teamwork and communication skills, and are committed to continuous learning and upholding high standards of patient care.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Veterinary Assistant

Patient Handling

Diagnostics

Patient Monitoring

Emergency Procedures

Job Description

Emergency Veterinary Assistant

Puget Sound Veterinary Specialists & Emergency (PSVSE)

At Puget Sound Veterinary Specialists & Emergency (PSVSE), our mission is to deliver exceptional emergency and specialty veterinary care with compassion, innovation, and accountability at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to gold standard medicine while fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and continuous learning.

We are currently seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our 24/7 emergency team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is confident in clinical support duties, and is passionate about patient care.


Schedule & Shift Differentials

  • Day and Night shifts available

  • +$4/hr shift differential for shifts worked Monday–Sunday, 7:00pm–7:00am

  • +$2/hr shift differential for shifts worked Saturday & Sunday, 7:00am–7:00pm


Position Summary

The Emergency Veterinary Assistant plays a critical role in supporting veterinarians and technicians in the delivery of high-quality emergency care. This position assists with patient handling, treatments, diagnostics, and maintaining a safe, efficient clinical environment while providing compassionate support to patients and clients during stressful situations.


What You’ll Do

  • Support veterinarians and technicians during emergency procedures and treatments

  • Safely restrain and handle patients with compassion and confidence

  • Assist with diagnostics, treatments, and patient monitoring as directed

  • Maintain clean, organized treatment and patient care areas

  • Provide comfort and support to patients throughout their hospital stay

  • Communicate respectfully and effectively with team members in a high-acuity setting

  • Uphold PSVSE standards for safety, cleanliness, and patient care


What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant required

  • Prior experience in an emergency or specialty setting preferred

  • Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and compassionate in emergency situations

  • Strong teamwork and communication skills

  • Commitment to learning and continuous improvement

  • Alignment with PSVSE’s core values of Compassion, Inclusion, Accountability, Innovation, and Gold Standard Patient Care


Why PSVSE

At PSVSE, we grow together by asking questions, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another. Every patient, client, and team interaction is an opportunity to educate, uplift, and provide care with integrity and excellence. Together, we strive to set the standard in veterinary care—every day, for every life we touch.

Compensation Range$20—$28 USD

Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty + Emergency

Puget Sound Veterinary Specialists
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