Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Now Hiring:
Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Animal Emergency Hospital in Burton, MI is looking for an experienced, confident Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated emergency team!

Starting Pay: $20

Shift Differential Offered: up to an extra $5 per hour!

AAHA Accredited

Do you love hands-on patient care and working in a fast-paced emergency environment? Animal Emergency Hospital is looking for an experienced, confident Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated emergency team!

This is a vital role for someone who thrives under pressure, enjoys teamwork, and takes pride in excellent patient care. If you're ready to put your skills to work where they truly matter, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working Here At Animal Emergency Hospital, our assistants are respected, supported, and essential to the flow of emergency medicine. You'll work side-by-side with skilled veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians in an environment that values collaboration, growth, and compassion—for both patients and each other.

What You'll Be Doing As an Experienced Veterinary Assistant in our ER, you will:

• Confidently place IV catheters
• Draw blood and assist with diagnostics
• Provide hands-on care and monitoring for hospitalized and critical patients
• Assist veterinarians and Licensed Veterinary Technicians during treatments and procedures
• Support patient comfort, safety, and recovery in a fast-paced setting
• Help maintain an efficient, organized treatment area

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years as a Veterinary Assistant (emergency or specialty experience preferred)
• Confidence in IV catheter placement and jugular blood draws
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and compassionate in high-stress situations
• Ability to participate in an overnight shift rotation

What We Offer A supportive and experienced emergency team Meaningful, hands-on work every shift Opportunities to grow your skills in emergency medicine A hospital culture built on teamwork, respect, and compassion

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Competitive pay plus shift differential for late nights and overnight shifts

Uniform and continuing education allowance

401K with generous match program

Paid working holidays, paid time off, and additional sick pay

If you're passionate about patient care and want to be part of a team that truly makes a difference when it matters most, Animal Emergency Hospital is the place for you.