Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health•Happy Valley, OR

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Priority Pet Urgent Care is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant for its newly opened clinic in Happy Valley, Oregon. The clinic provides urgent care for pets Thursday through Monday, from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The organization emphasizes accessible, quality care and values teamwork, compassion, and excellence. The role offers opportunities for growth through virtual and hands-on training and continuing development.

Requirements

At least 2 years of professional veterinary assistant experience.
Ability to properly restrain pets.
Availability for evening and weekend shifts.
Compassionate, calm team player.
Ability to multitask.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Self-starter with a desire to continue advancing knowledge and skills.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring.

Responsibilities

Restrain pets and triage incoming patients.
Collect and analyze laboratory samples.
Perform diagnostic imaging.
Manage and provide nursing care for medical and hospitalized cases with varying levels of stability.
Administer medications.
Communicate treatment plans effectively to clients.
Prepare for and assist with surgery.
Manage anesthesia.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Liability insurance.
401(k) and 401(k) matching program.
Life and supplemental insurance.
Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA).
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid vacation and sick time for all employees.
Paid bereavement program.
Paid parental leave program.
Continuing education allowance for applicable licensed employees.
Tuition reimbursement for an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.
Career development opportunities.
Referral bonus program for most positions.
Additional benefits may include personal pet discounts, holiday pay, uniform allowance, and bonuses.