Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)

Assist veterinary staff with patient care, diagnostics, and treatments, supporting clinical workflows and learning advanced skills. | High school diploma or equivalent, 1+ years veterinary assistant experience, basic computer skills, physical ability to handle patients and equipment, flexible schedule. | ABOUT VEG In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. This meant challenging the status quo and fixing everything that was wrong with the ER experience. Since then, we’ve expanded rapidly, with hospitals nationwide open 24/7, 365 days a year, and created a better emergency experience—not only for people and their pets, but also for everyone who works here—our VEGgies! At VEG we find a way to say yes to the career you want in veterinary emergency medicine. This means transforming how ER works, from our open-concept hospitals, where you can handle emergency cases of every kind (even exotics!) to our immersive, customer-focused experience, which helps us give people and their pets the care they deserve. This also means saying yes to creating the greatest experience possible for our VEGgies. Yes to working in an environment where you can find your place and feel valued for the amazing work you do. Yes to having unparalleled opportunities for learning and mentorship so you can grow where you want to go in your career. And yes to making an impact here in ways you never thought possible. VEG is a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work®. THE JOB At VEG, we don’t just hire assistants—we grow future emergency rockstars. As a per diem Emergency Veterinary Assistant, you’ll be in the heart of the action from day one, supporting your team, comforting pet parents, and learning the ropes in real time. You’ll be there for everything—the triage, the treatments, and the tail wags. You’re embarking on a path where careers start, grow, and thrive. Whether you’re on your way to becoming a credentialed technician or exploring where your passion can take you, we’ll say yes to your growth every step of the way. WHAT YOU’LL DO* Be the first warm welcome and a steady support, triaging incoming patients and helping guide them toward care Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics, from bloodwork and imaging to catheter placement and oxygen support Work alongside our credentialed veterinary technicians and veterinarians to set up and monitor anesthesia and sedation cases Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medication administration Assist during every moment of care: outpatient or inpatient, exam room to treatment area. Join patient rounds and stay close to the clinical picture to ensure continuity of care. Learn how to perform CPR and become a RECOVER Certified Rescuer (training provided!) Grow into more advanced responsibilities, such as anesthesia support, ultrasound, and catheterization through guided training pathways *As permitted by state law WHAT YOU NEED High school diploma or equivalent required Enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program a plus 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience is a bonus!) Basic computer skills and an understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping Excellent communicator when collaborating with pet parents and your team Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor as well as ability to lift up to 25 kg on own and able to support up to 40 kg with assistance Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors. Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as needed basis based on hospital needs Work well in a fast-paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types WHO YOU ARE Empathetic, instinctively taking a people-centric approach, whether supporting your colleagues or making an effort to understand different perspectives Have a sense of humility; acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit with others, and lifting up your team’s’ accomplishments Feel a strong sense of ownership over your work, taking responsibility for outcomes and staying committed to achieving long-term, impactful results Curious by nature; you ask insightful questions and continuously seek out opportunities to learn and grow your skills and knowledge HOW WE INVEST IN YOU Competitive compensation: pay range is $20-$49 and based on a leveling system and experience Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work Generous employee referral program, so our awesome people can bring in more awesome people And the little (big) things, like comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, food in the fridge for when you’re hungry DEI At VEG, diversity is not just a word—it's a strength that fuels innovation and kindness. Our mission is “Helping people and their pets when they need it most.” And we do that better when our VEGgies (employees) feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. That's why we're devoted to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve—where different perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. We are focused on providing equitable opportunities for growth, promoting inclusive decision-making, and ensuring that everyone's perspective is considered. Saying yes to VEG means helping us build a culture where your unique experiences and background contribute to a shared vision: being the world’s veterinary emergency company.

Lead and develop talent acquisition strategies for multiple hospitals, partnering with leadership to attract top talent, and mentor team members. | Requires 4+ years of recruiting experience, strong communication skills, and experience with ATS platforms, with a preference for veterinary or healthcare industry experience. | ABOUT VEG In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most by challenging norms and fixing the ER experience. Since then, we’ve expanded rapidly, with hospitals nationwide open 24/7/365, and created an ER experience that focuses on what our pets and pet parents really need. We’ve done the same for our people (VEGgies), finding a way to say YES so they can feel empowered to achieve great things, grow in unexpected ways, and find a place where they truly belong. We’re rethinking emergency care from every angle—from how we run our hospitals to how we support the people working inside them. That’s where our headquarters team comes in. Whether building technology to make our hospitals more efficient, recruiting and growing incredible VEGgies, or bringing our brand to life through marketing, our VQ (VEG Headquarters) team makes it all possible—ensuring our hospitals and people have everything they need to help pets and their families. VEG is a 2025 certified Great Place to Work®. THE JOB At VEG, we find a way to say YES—and this role brings that mindset to hiring top talent across the West Coast. As a Talent Manager, you’ll be key to building strong, high-performing hospital teams by driving a proactive, relationship-focused recruiting strategy. You’ll partner with hospital leadership to attract exceptional Veterinarians, Technicians, Assistants, and more—people who live VEG’s mission and values. Reporting to the Regional Director of Talent Acquisition, you’ll lead hiring efforts across multiple hospitals, develop tailored recruitment plans, and train leaders to help scale our high-touch approach to hiring. WHAT YOU’LL DO Act as a strategic thought partner with the Talent Team/hospital leadership in order to understand and execute against the constantly evolving needs of the organization Understand and own your hospitals’ hiring needs by partnering with the leadership team to identify strategic talent pools, source top-tier candidates, manage candidates through a mutual assessment process, and work with candidates through all parts of their offer process Create and drive scalable talent strategies through a deep expertise of industry best practices, diverse relationships and networks, and strong cross-function execution Build and sustain a creative relationship-based approach for talent while utilizing multiple channels and talent pools Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization as well as external vendors Attend conferences to meet and attract the best talent in various industries such as veterinary, retail, hospitality, etc. Consistently drive improvements across our process and technology landscape in line to drive efficiencies Develop and sustain key performance indicators and metrics to measure success across your region Mentor and guide team members in your region to promote personal growth and development WHAT YOU NEED 4-year degree from an accredited undergraduate institute (any field of study) preferred 4+ years of recruiting experience Based in either: PST or MST Time Zone Experience with candidate management in either a CRM or ATS platforms, we use Greenhouse and GEM Passion for Talent and creative ways of finding, attracting, and assessing candidates Strong communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and maintain confidentiality, are a must Energetic, motivated, self-starter Ability to travel, 25% of the time (domestic and international travel possible) Experience with (phone, video and in-person) interviews, candidate screening, and assessment WHO YOU ARE Empathetic, instinctively taking a people-centric approach, whether supporting your colleagues or making an effort to understand different perspectives Have a sense of humility; acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit with others, and lifting up your team’s’ accomplishments Feel a strong sense of ownership over your work, taking responsibility for outcomes and staying committed to achieving long-term, impactful results Curious by nature; you ask insightful questions and continuously seek out opportunities to learn and grow your skills and knowledge HOW WE INVEST IN YOU Competitive Compensation Including ($100,000 - $120,000) + bonus + benefits. Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and access to free therapy or counseling Paid parental leave, up to 10 weeks at 100% of regular salary, and offering inclusive fertility and family-building care for all types of families Unlimited PTO to use for vacation or sick days - however you need it! Generous referral rewards, so our awesome people can bring in more awesome people. DEI At VEG, diversity is a strength that fuels innovation and compassion. Our mission is “Helping people and their pets when they need it most”—and we do that best when VEGgies feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We’re committed to building a culture that reflects the communities we serve, where different perspectives are celebrated, voices are heard, and everyone has equitable opportunities to grow. Saying yes to VEG means helping us become the world’s veterinary emergency company, together.