Veterinary Assistant-Emergency

Veterinary Assistant
- Emergency Critical Care

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists

2426 Ceegee St, San Antonio, TX 78217

$2,500 sign-on bonus for experienced Veterinary Assistants

Full-time: 4x10 schedule (day, swing, or overnight shifts available). Shift differential available for overnight shifts.

Join a fast-paced 24-hour ER and specialty hospital where you'll support triage, diagnostics, inpatient care, and procedures for patients who need help now. You'll work side-by-side with a collaborative team to keep patient flow moving and deliver calm, compassionate care across day, swing, or overnight shifts.

We'll support your growth with training, teamwork, and the resources you need to do your best work in emergency medicine.

• 2+ years of experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant (emergency/urgent care experience preferred)
• Strong technical skills (e.g., venipuncture, IV catheter placement, radiographic positioning, and drug calculations) required
• Ability to safely handle and restrain animals and stand for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Working knowledge of basic veterinary practices, procedures, and terminology
• Comfortable using practice software and basic computer tools; strong organization and attention to detail
• Clear, compassionate communication and strong teamwork skills
• Willingness to work a day, swing, or overnight shift; weekends and holidays may be required based on ER needs

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with ER patient care, treatments, and procedures
• Maintain efficient patient flow by preparing rooms, anticipating needs, and coordinating with the medical team
• Support triage and intake by obtaining history, starting workflows, and communicating urgent changes to the team
• Monitor hospitalized patients and promptly report changes in condition
• Assist with laboratory/diagnostic workflows as directed (sample handling, in-house testing support) and provide basic nursing care
• Assist with procedures and surgery by setting up, maintaining a clean work area, and supporting the team throughout
• Communicate with clients regarding patient updates, medications, and next steps; share Thrive Membership options as appropriate
• Document patient history, treatments, and updates accurately in the medical record
• Use safe restraint techniques, follow hospital protocols, and help keep treatment areas clean, stocked, and organized
• Other tasks as assigned

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses
  - ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
• A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital

And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service…