Emergency Veterinary Assistant Shift Lead - H Street, DC
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) · Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted 21 days ago · $20-$49
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 21 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 at VEG, you will oversee the daily operations of your shift, ensuring that both patients and team members 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 play a key role in fostering a positive environment and promoting learning opportunities for your team.
- 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: $20-$49hr
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Access to free therapy or counseling
- Eligibility for equity after one year of full time 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 mention of a structured career advancement path
- The role requires working in a fast-paced and potentially stressful environment
- The position involves physical demands such as lifting and prolonged standing
- The job requires availability for nights, weekends, and holidays, which may affect work-life balance
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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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