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Ethos Veterinary Health

Specialty and emergency veterinary network

Veterinary Assistant - Emergency & ICU

Veterinary ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWest Caldwell, NJ, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • At least one year of relevant experience as a veterinary technician or assistant is required.
  • Knowledge of safety protocols and proper sanitation and sterilization practices is required.
  • Understanding of commonly used veterinary medical terminology and equipment is required.
  • Ability to calculate accurate medication dosages and administer injections is required.
  • English fluency in reading and speaking is required.
  • Ability to follow directions from multiple team members and accurately execute instructions is required.
  • Ability to remain calm, think critically, and respond appropriately in emergency situations is required.
  • Professional demeanor, good hygiene, and client service skills with tact and empathy are required.
  • Ability to work independently or under supervision as part of a team is required.

Responsibilities

  • Support veterinarians and technicians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
  • Prepare emergency and triage areas and assist with procedure setup, including laceration repairs and urinary obstruction cases.
  • Set up, break down, clean, and disinfect surgery and treatment areas.
  • Prepare surgical packs and sterilize instruments.
  • Safely restrain patients for examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
  • Obtain accurate patient weights and vital signs.
  • Perform basic phlebotomy on stable patients as directed.
  • Provide routine patient care, including walking dogs, feeding patients, changing bedding, and cleaning cages.
  • Prepare patients for inpatient procedures.
  • Maintain clean, dry, and comfortable patient housing in the intensive care unit, emergency, specialty, and ward areas.
  • Restock and organize intensive care, treatment, surgery, radiology, ultrasound, examination-room, laboratory, and pharmacy areas.
  • Clean and maintain hospital equipment and workspaces.
  • Complete laundry, mopping, sweeping, and general sanitation duties.
  • Enter accurate information into patient medical records and treatment sheets.
  • Provide basic client instructions as directed, including home care, medications, and post-operative care.
  • Cross-train and assist other hospital departments as needed.
  • Maintain at least one year of service in the role to be eligible for advancement.

Desired Qualifications

  • Familiarity with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and rescue breathing is preferred.
  • Additional languages are a plus.

About the Company

Ethos Veterinary Health

Specialty and emergency veterinary network

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
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Woburn, MA
Founded
2015

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