Veterinary Assistant - Emergency
About the job
- A minimum of 4 years of Veterinary Assistant experience in General Practice or 2 years of Veterinary Assistant experience in Emergency Veterinary Medicine is required.
- Strong patient handling and restraint skills are required.
- Experience performing radiographs, laboratory testing, and assisting with patient treatments is required.
- The ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently and assist with larger patients is required.
- The ability to stand, walk, bend, and squat for extended periods throughout the shift is required.
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills are required.
- Weekend and holiday availability is required as part of the Emergency team schedule.
- Assist veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians with emergency patient care, treatments, and procedures.
- Safely restrain patients and assist with examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
- Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes to the medical team.
- Perform routine diagnostic procedures, including radiographs, laboratory testing, and fecal analysis.
- Administer medications under the direction of a veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
- Prepare, clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and medical equipment.
- Maintain inventory, stock treatment areas, and ensure supplies are readily available.
- Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, exam rooms, treatment areas, and hospital equipment.
- Assist with patient feeding, bathing, and general nursing care.
- Support clients by answering phones and assisting with patient admissions and discharges.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient Emergency department.
- Experience working in a fast-paced veterinary hospital environment is preferred.
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