Emergency Veterinary Assistant - Swing Shift
Emergency Veterinary Care Centers
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Description
Make a Difference When It Matters Most.
At Emergency Veterinary Care Centers (EVCC), we show up for pets and the people who love them on some of their hardest days.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working as part of a team, and want to make a meaningful impact every shift — this could be your place.
Who We Are
EVCC was created by veterinarians, for veterinarians — and for the communities they serve. Founded by 36 local general practice veterinarians (many still actively involved today), we were built to support the veterinary community, not compete with it.
Our Kalamazoo hospital is our fifth location, and we are proud to bring trusted, emergency-only care to the region.
But what truly defines EVCC isn’t just what we do — it’s how we do it.
WE
- Lead with compassion
- Respect and elevate our technicians
- Support each other without ego
- Communicate openly and professionally
- Recognize that emergency medicine is demanding — and take care of our team because of it
What Life Is Like at EVCC
We genuinely care about whoever walks through our doors — whether it’s a critical patient, an anxious pet parent, or a teammate who needs support during a tough shift.
Emergency medicine is intense. It’s emotional. It’s unpredictable.
But it’s also deeply meaningful.
You won’t be “just an assistant” here. Your assessment skills, instincts, and voice matter. Our doctors value collaboration. Our leadership team listens. Growth is encouraged, not gatekept.
Your Role as an Experienced Veterinary Assistant (Swing Shift)
As a swing shift Veterinary Assistant at our Kalamazoo location, you’ll be a crucial part of our emergency team, you will be providing high-quality, compassionate care during some of the busiest and most unpredictable hours in an emergency veterinary setting. Working typically in the afternoon through late evening, this position bridges the gap between daytime operations and overnight care. You’ll support veterinary technicians and veterinarians by assisting with patient care, maintaining hospital cleanliness, and ensuring the hospital is stocked and ready for every emergency.
You’ll interact with pets and clients directly, creating positive experiences even during stressful situations, and help ensure every shift runs smoothly.
What You’ll Do
- Assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians with patient handling and restraint
- Clean and sanitize exam rooms, treatment areas, and kennels according to hospital protocols
- Maintain cleanliness of hospital equipment, instruments, and laundry
- Feed, walk, and provide general care for hospitalized patients
- Monitor patient comfort and report changes in condition to the medical team
- Restock supplies in exam rooms, treatment areas, and inventory stations
- Perform basic administrative tasks such as trash removal, laundry, and restocking
- Adhere to all safety and infection control protocols
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and hospital improvement initiatives
- Provide empathetic, positive experiences for clients and patients at all times
This role requires confidence, resilience, and heart.
Who Thrives Here
What You’ll Need:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience as a veterinary assistant or in animal care (kennel, shelter, pet boarding, etc.) preferred but not required
- Ability to safely and compassionately handle animals of all sizes and temperaments
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to follow instructions
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, emergency environment
- Availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and remain on your feet for extended periods
How We Invest In You
We believe people do their best work when they feel valued and supported.
WE OFFER
- Competitive compensation (depending on experience) including base and 401K match
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one
- Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work
- Paid Time Off (PTO) because we truly believe in TREAT YOUR SELF mentality
- Generous employee referral program, so our awesome people can bring in more awesome people
- A BIG focus on learning and growing, we offer a continuing education (CE) allowance, so we are always delivering state of the art medicine to our patients
- Mentorship and real career growth opportunities
- And the little (big) things, like comfy scrubs and cool EVCC swag
If You’re Looking For…
A hospital where:
- Your work is appreciated and impactful
- Your growth is supported
- Your team has your back
- Every day brings meaningful work with pets and people
We’d love to meet you.
Learn more at www.evcc.com or email our clinic staff recruiter, Ashley, at ashley@evcc.com for more information.
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Benefits
- 401(k)
- paid time off
About this role
Emergency Veterinary Care Centers is hiring a Veterinary Assistant for swing shift (afternoons through late evening) at their Kalamazoo location. This is hands-on work supporting the emergency medicine team during some of the busiest and most unpredictable hours. You'll assist veterinarians and technicians with patient handling and restraint, maintain hospital cleanliness and equipment, provide direct care to hospitalized animals, and interact with anxious pet owners during stressful situations. The role also includes restocking supplies, basic administrative tasks, and monitoring patient comfort.
The position suits someone with previous animal care experience—whether as a veterinary assistant, kennel worker, shelter staff, or in pet boarding—though it's not strictly required if you have the right temperament. You'll need to be comfortable handling animals of all sizes, stay calm in a fast-paced emergency environment, lift up to 50 pounds regularly, and be available for evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts. Strong communication, reliability, and the ability to remain composed under pressure matter as much as technical skills.
EVCC emphasizes team culture and professional development. Beyond competitive pay and standard benefits (health coverage from day one, 401K match, PTO), they offer a continuing education allowance, mentorship, and genuine career growth. The hospital was founded by local veterinarians and positions itself as supporting rather than competing with the veterinary community, which shapes how they treat their staff.
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