Emergency Veterinary Assistant Shift Lead - Columbia, MD
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) · Elkridge, Maryland, United States
Posted 20 days ago · $18.50-$44
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 20 days Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)'s roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 29% of Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)'s roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)
- high 715 stale, 2 reposted of 1,152 open
- Hiring momentum
- 1618 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)'s own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG).
About this role
As an Emergency Veterinary Assistant Shift Lead, you will oversee the daily operations of the veterinary team during your shift, ensuring that both patients and staff receive the support they need. Your responsibilities include managing workflow, coordinating breaks, leading team huddles, and stepping in to assist with patient care as necessary. You will also communicate effectively with your team and hospital leadership to maintain a smooth and efficient working environment.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) as an employer.
What you need
- Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) or enrolled in the VEG Credentialing Support Program preferred
- 1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician or assistant role; experience in emergency or specialty medicine preferred
- Strong grasp of clinical workflow and team dynamics
- Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
- Flexibility and a willingness to step in wherever needed
- Leadership instincts and an ownership mindset
What you get
- Competitive compensation, including base and 401K match: $18.50-$44hr +$2 shift differential
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Access to free therapy or counseling
- Eligibility for equity after one year of full time, active employment
- $2,500/year travel stipend for full-time credentialed VEGgies
- $1,000/year travel stipend for full-time uncredentialed VEGgies
Worth weighing
- No specific salary range provided beyond the hourly rate
- Work environment may be noisy with strong or unpleasant odors
- Role requires working in a fast-paced setting with diverse personalities
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Listed by Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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