Experienced Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
VCA Hood View Animal Hospital is looking to add an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. We are looking for an experienced (2-year minimum) Veterinary Assistant to provide excellent patient care with a focus on wellness and client education. Veterinary Assistants are responsible for preparing exam rooms for the doctors and assisting in providing care for the patients hospitalized in the treatment area. As a member of the VCA Hood View Animal Hospital team, you will support the Technician and Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. At VCA, you can be the Animal Caregiver you have always wanted to be! We want to find the right person eager to provide animal care while working in a collaborative team environment. There is something special about you and we are excited to learn more! What makes VCA Hood View AH Unique? We are a 4 DVM, AAHA-accredited, small animal practice, just to the south of Portland. We see cats and dogs, six days a week, for preventative care, dentistry, and surgeries. We pride ourselves on making a personal connection with every client and pet. We make work-life balance a reality in veterinary medicine. Our hospital is conveniently located near VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists for emergencies and specialty referrals. Benefits of joining the VCA Hood View AH Team! We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Assistants and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Assistant career has to offer. At VCA, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. In addition, we support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve.
Requirements
- Experienced (2-year minimum) Veterinary Assistant
- Provide excellent patient care with a focus on wellness and client education
Responsibilities
- Restraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures.
- Taking detailed medical histories and patient vitals.
- Filling prescriptions (as allowed by law).
- Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
- Providing compassionate care for our hospitalized animals.
- Maintaining medical records.
- Assisting our wonderful Doctor and Technician staff as needed.
- Maintaining a clean, safe hospital environment.
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay
- Free mental health sessions (Lyra) and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
- Referral bonuses
- Medical, dental & vision insurance for you and your family
- Health saving account, and Flexible spending account
- Generous pet care discounts plus discounts on Mars, Royal Canin, Hills, and more
- Life, long, and short-term disability insurance (company paid)
- Paid parental leave for new parents
- 401(k) (company match)
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at VCA, Mars, and other divisions of Mars
- Dedicated onboarding and development support
- Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups
- Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
- Free Continuing Education through our online WoofU
- Tuition support and sponsorships
- Competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
