Experienced Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
We are excited to announce the brand new Priority Pet Urgent Care state of the art clinic here in Happy Valley, OR is now open! We are available for urgent care pet needs Thursday - Monday from 3 pm – 11 pm. We are eager and ready to serve the local community and their pets and are currently looking for a well-rounded and experienced medical team to help us achieve our vision! The Priority Pet Urgent Care mission is committed to providing easy-to-access quality care with a promise to our clients that their pets are our priority. We value teamwork, compassion, and excellence, offering a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years professional experience required
- Must be able to properly restrain pets
- Evening and weekend shift availability is required
- Compassionate and calm team player
- Ability to multi-task
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset
Nice To Haves
- Proficient in sample collection
- Obtaining medical histories
- Processing laboratory tests and radiographs
- Anesthesia monitoring
Responsibilities
- Pet restraint
- Triage incoming patients
- Collection and analysis of lab samples
- Diagnostic imaging
- Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
- Administration of medications
- Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
- Surgical preparation and assistance
- Anesthetic management
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
- Paid Bereavement Program
- Paid Parental Leave Program
- Competitive Compensation
- Continuing Education Allowance (applicable to licensed employees)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
- Career Development Opportunities
- Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
- Personal Pet Discounts
- Holiday Pay
- Uniform Allowance
- Bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
