Emergency Veterinary Assistant, Swing at Ethos Veterinary Health – Grand Terrace, California

Animal Emergency Clinic
ER Veterinary Assistant – Swing Shift

Location: Grand Terrace, CA
Schedule: Full Time | Evening, Weekend & Holiday Shifts Required
Pay Range: $21–$26/hour, based on experience

About Animal Emergency Clinic (AEC)

Animal Emergency Clinic (AEC) is an AAHA-accredited emergency veterinary hospital serving the Inland Empire for over 50 years. Our highly skilled emergency team provides after-hours and urgent care services for pets, with plans to expand to 24/7 emergency services.

What You’ll Do

Emergency & Patient Care

• Assist ER veterinarians and RVT's with patient triage, restraint, and treatments
• Obtain accurate patient vitals and monitor hospitalized patients
• Assist with venipuncture and collect blood samples confidently
• Assist with placing, maintaining, and removing IV catheters
• Administer medications and treatments as directed
• Provide compassionate nursing care to critical and hospitalized patients

Anesthesia & Surgery

• Assist with surgical procedures, including patient prep and recovery
• Monitor anesthesia (TPR, ECG, SpO₂, blood pressure, ETCO₂ when applicable)
• Maintain sterile technique and assist with instrument handling
• Monitor patients during recovery and report concerns promptly

Diagnostics & Technical Skills

• Run and process in-house diagnostics (bloodwork, cytology, urinalysis)
• Assist with radiographs and imaging
• Support oxygen therapy, fluid therapy, and emergency interventions
• Accurately document treatments, procedures, and patient care

General Duties

• Maintain clean, safe, and well-stocked treatment areas
• Support a positive and professional team environment

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a veterinary hospital setting
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and under supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Strong computer skills for EMR and record-keeping
• Flexible, dependable, and responsible with strong time-management skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $21–$26/hour, based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision, 401k
• Scrub allowance
• CE and career growth opportunities
• Pet care discounts
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.