Emergency Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant – Per Diem

$21.00–$26.00/hour (DOE)
Per diem opportunity in Grand Terrace, California
Schedule: Casual | Evening, Weekend & Holiday Shifts | Minimum of 2 Shifts per Month

Enjoy the flexibility of per diem work while building your emergency veterinary career at Animal Emergency Clinic (AEC), part of Ethos Veterinary Health. As a Per Diem Veterinary Assistant, you'll support experienced emergency veterinarians and Registered Veterinary Technicians in providing exceptional care for critically ill and injured patients while working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Per Diem Requirements: This is a casual, as-needed position. Team members are required to work a minimum of two shifts per month and must be available for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage based on hospital needs.

Why Join Animal Emergency Clinic

Animal Emergency Clinic (AEC) has proudly served the Inland Empire for more than 50 years as an AAHA-accredited emergency veterinary hospital. Located in Grand Terrace, our experienced emergency team is dedicated to providing exceptional after-hours care, with exciting plans to expand to 24/7 emergency services.

Whether you're looking to supplement your schedule or gain additional emergency experience, you'll become part of a supportive, highly skilled team committed to exceptional patient care.

In Your Day-to-Day, You Will

• Assist emergency veterinarians and Registered Veterinary Technicians with patient care and advanced procedures.
• Perform technical nursing skills under the supervision of the medical team.
• Monitor patients during anesthesia and recovery.
• Assist with laboratory sample collection, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Accurately document treatments, observations, and patient progress.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked treatment areas.
• Support emergency procedures and patient care as directed.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

What You Bring

• Minimum of one year of experience in a veterinary hospital required.
• Recent graduates with an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Technology are encouraged to apply.
• RVT certification preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills and experience working with electronic medical records.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Reliable, flexible, and organized with strong time management skills.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Perks & Benefits

Per diem team members enjoy competitive compensation and opportunities to grow within one of North America's leading specialty veterinary networks.

• Competitive compensation based on experience and skill set
• Scrub allowance
• Continuing Education (CE), VetBloom continuing education access, and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources where available
• Career advancement opportunities within Ethos Veterinary Health

Location Highlight

Located in the Inland Empire, Grand Terrace offers convenient access to Southern California's mountains, beaches, and desert destinations. Animal Emergency Clinic welcomes team members commuting from Riverside, San Bernardino, Colton, Loma Linda, Redlands, Moreno Valley, Highland, Fontana, Rialto, Corona, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, and surrounding Inland Empire communities.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class veterinary medicine and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of more than 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary professionals in hospitals designed for learning, collaboration, and excellence.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and help advance veterinary medicine—together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job—it's an opportunity to gain valuable emergency medicine experience while enjoying the flexibility of per diem work. If you're passionate about patient care and want to be part of an exceptional emergency veterinary team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become an essential part of the Animal Emergency Clinic team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.