Overnight Emergency Equine Veterinary Assistant - Hagyard Equine Medical Institute

Lexington, KY

Hagyard Equine Medical Institute

Equine

Full Time

PetVet Care Centers' Hagyard Equine Medical Institute is currently seeking an Overnight Emergency Equine Veterinary Assistant to join the team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

Local autonomy with national support
Career mobility and development opportunities
A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Hagyard Equine Medical Institute in Lexington, Kentucky, is an internationally recognized leader in equine medicine and surgery, combining cutting-edge technology with a collaborative team dedicated to advancing equine health and performance. Our busy, fast paced, tertiary care medical and surgical facilities provide expert 24/7 care in one of the most equine dense populations in the world.

Position Overview

Join our team as an Overnight Emergency Equine Veterinary Technician/Assistant who supports on site hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients.

In this position you will be working with a group of team members within the Surgery Barn and facility.
Days and hours are 4 days a week, 10-hour shifts (10PM-8AM).

Responsibilities include:

Answering and dispatching emergency calls/client communication.
Assisting doctors to admit and triage emergency cases.
Assisting the team with emergency surgical operations as needed.
Perform directed patient care needs and nursing care. This includes patient handling, monitoring patient status, examinations, medication administration, husbandry needs (feeding, cleaning etc.), maintaining patient records.
Maintaining medical supplies, equipment and facility cleanliness/biosecurity.
Admitting, discharging, loading and unloading patients.

Qualifications

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
Prior experience with horses (personal experience included within this) is required. We have a preference for candidates who have had prior work experience with horses, or equine technician/assistant experience.
We do not require a Veterinary Technician License or other equine certifications, but they are a significant benefit.

Schedule

Night Shift, 10:00pm - 8:00am

Compensation

The compensation range for this role is $16.00-$18.00/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
This role qualifies for additional shift differential pay.

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
401(k) with discretionary contribution
Team Member Pet Discounts
Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
CE stipends and career development resources
Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$16—$18 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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