Emergency Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant - Animal Emergency Clinic

Location: Grand Terrace, CA 

Full-Time | Day, Swing, Weekend & Holiday Shifts Required 

Pay: $22–$27/hour, depending on experience

About Animal Emergency Clinic (AEC) 

Located in Grand Terrace, California, Animal Emergency Clinic is a long-standing, AAHA-accredited emergency veterinary hospital proudly serving the Inland Empire for over 50 years. We specialize in after-hours emergency and critical care, with a plan to expand to 24/7 operations in the near future. Our beautiful, modern facility supports a high-quality, fast-paced veterinary experience where your skills will truly make an impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and RVT’s with emergency procedures and patient care

• Perform blood draws, place IV catheters, administer medications and treatments

• Monitor patients under anesthesia and during recovery

• Support triage, diagnostics, and critical care treatment protocols

• Maintain patient records and ensure a clean, organized environment

• Collaborate closely with a passionate and experienced ER team

Schedule & Compensation

• Full-time role with evening, weekend, and holiday shifts required

• Pay range: $22–$27/hour

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years experience in emergency 

• Proficient in technical skills: venipuncture, catheter placement, patient monitoring, assisting in surgery

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Passionate about emergency medicine and advancing veterinary care

• Reliable, motivated, and calm under pressure

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid time off including holidays and sick leave

• Employee assistance programs

• Continuing education and career development opportunities

• Supportive, collaborative team culture in a cutting-edge facility

Apply today to elevate your career in emergency veterinary care!

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

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