Veterinary Assistant - Overnight Emergency
About the job
- Minimum 2 years of recent veterinary experience with increasing responsibility.
- Strong patient restraint and handling skills.
- Familiarity with veterinary terminology and basic medical procedures.
- Ability to stay organized and manage detailed instructions in a high-pressure environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Fluent spoken and written English is required.
- Provide hands-on patient care, including cleaning, comfort, and monitoring hospitalized patients.
- Alert veterinary staff promptly to changes in patient condition.
- Assist with procedures such as IV catheter placement, radiology, and chemotherapy support under supervision.
- Prepare treatment areas, instruments, and equipment for emergency procedures.
- Support patient restraint and handling during exams and treatments.
- Assist with basic technical tasks such as sample collection and lab preparation.
- Maintain accurate medical records and support documentation of patient care.
- Communicate with veterinarians, technicians, and clients regarding patient updates.
- Keep hospital areas clean, stocked, and organized, including laundry and inventory management.
- Assist with general workflow support and day-to-day hospital operations.
- Help troubleshoot equipment issues and support small hospital improvement projects.
- Experience in an emergency or fast-paced veterinary setting.
About the company
Ethos Veterinary Health operates a nationwide network of more than 140 specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals across North America. It brings together over 1,500 specialized veterinarians who treat nearly 2 million pets each year. Hospitals in the network share advanced diagnostic tools and apply a scientific, evidence‑based approach to patient care, enabling collaboration across sites and access to specialized expertise. What makes Ethos different is the combination of a large, integrated network with deep specialty medicine and a focus on high-quality outcomes and professional collaboration, rather than isolated clinics. The company’s goal is to raise veterinary standards by delivering expert, evidence‑based care and to provide rewarding careers for veterinary professionals while advancing pet health.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Woburn, Massachusetts
Founded
2015
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- VetRec reached 600 doctors and 900 staff by August 2026.
- Ethos opened 2026 ER Immerse recruiting across Texas, Florida, and California.
- Leslie Storms became president on December 1, 2025, restoring permanent leadership.
What critics are saying
- FTC order limits specialty acquisitions near rivals through 2032, capping roll-up growth.
- Leadership churn from Ryan Buck to Leslie Storms signals strategic instability in 2025.
- Sambolin litigation over hospital care keeps malpractice and reputational risk alive.
What makes Ethos Veterinary Health unique
- 140+ specialty and emergency hospitals give Ethos dense referral coverage.
- Ethos Discovery and clinical trials embed research into daily hospital operations.
- VetRec partnership adds enterprise AI recordkeeping across specialty and emergency workflows.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Work Hours