Emergency Veterinary Assistant Cambridge, MA

Emergency Veterinary Assistant (FT) – Cambridge, MA About VEG

In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. This meant challenging the status quo and fixing everything that was wrong with the ER experience. Since then we have expanded rapidly, opening hospitals nationwide 24/7, 365 days a year, and creating a better emergency experience—not only for people and their pets, but also for everyone who works here—our VEGgies!

At VEG we say yes to the career you want in veterinary emergency medicine. This means transforming how the ER works, from our open‑concept hospitals where you can handle emergency cases of every kind (even exotics) to our immersive, customer‑focused experience that helps us give people and their pets the care they deserve.

We also say yes to creating the best experience possible for our VEGgies: a place where you can feel valued, have opportunities for learning and mentorship, and grow where you want to go in your career.

VEG is a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work®.

At VEG, we don't just hire assistants—we grow future emergency rockstars. As an Emergency Veterinary Assistant, you’ll be in the heart of the action from day one, supporting your team, comforting pet parents, and learning the ropes in real time. You’ll be there for everything—the triage, the treatments, and the tail wags. You’re on a path where careers start, grow, and thrive.

Whether you’re on your way to becoming a credentialed technician or exploring where your passion can take you, we’ll say yes to your growth every step of the way.

• Be the first warm welcome and steady support, triaging incoming patients and helping guide them toward care
• Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics—from bloodwork and imaging to catheter placement and oxygen support
• Work alongside our credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians to set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation cases
• Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration
• Assist during every moment of care: outpatient or inpatient, exam room to treatment area
• Join patient rounds and stay close to the clinical picture to ensure continuity of care
• Learn how to perform CPR and become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer (training provided!)
• Grow into more advanced responsibilities, such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways
• As permitted by state law

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Enrolled in an AVMA‑accredited veterinary technology program a plus
• 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience is a bonus!)
• Basic computer skills and an understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping
• Excellent communicator when collaborating with pet parents and your team
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor; ability to lift up to 25 kg on your own and support up to 40 kg with assistance
• Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as‑needed basis based on hospital demands
• Ability to work well in a fast‑paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types

• Empathetic, instinctively taking a people‑centric approach, whether supporting your colleagues or making an effort to understand different perspectives
• Have a sense of humility; acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit with others, and lifting up your team's accomplishments
• Feel a strong sense of ownership over your work, taking responsibility for outcomes and staying committed to achieving long‑term, impactful results
• Curious by nature; you ask insightful questions and continuously seek out opportunities to learn and grow your skills and knowledge

• Competitive compensation, including base and 401(k) match
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, QPR training, and access to free therapy or…