Veterinary Assistant

Vetcor • Corvallis, OR

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About The Position

Alpine Animal Hospital is hiring an experienced Veterinary Assistant for a full-time role in a small-animal practice. The position supports veterinarians and clients while helping the hospital provide high-quality, affordable veterinary care. Responsibilities may vary according to hospital needs and the employee’s experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities.

The schedule is a four-day workweek with rotating half-day Saturdays. During weeks with a half-day Saturday, the employee works 3.5 days during the week. Nights and holidays are not worked. The hospital describes its culture as supportive and collaborative, with mentoring, professional development, and an emphasis on work-life balance and inclusion.

Requirements

• Experience as a veterinary assistant in a small-animal practice.
• Proficiency in blood draws and IV catheter placement.
• Proficiency in ear and skin cytology.
• Working knowledge of canine and feline vaccine protocols and spay/neuter timing.
• A positive, supportive attitude and belief in teamwork and mutual respect.
• Empathy toward clients, coworkers, and oneself.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a fast-paced clinic.
• Availability for rotating half-day Saturdays.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift and restrain animals of varying sizes.

Nice To Haves

• Veterinary technician credential is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate veterinarians’ needs to help appointments and procedures run efficiently.
• Perform venipuncture and blood draws.
• Place IV catheters.
• Prepare and interpret ear and skin cytology to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Guide canine and feline vaccine protocols and scheduling.
• Educate clients about appropriate ages and conditions for spaying and neutering dogs and cats.
• Support clients and coworkers with empathy, patience, and a positive attitude.
• Ask for help when needed and offer help to others.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with a flexible compensation approach reflecting skills and future performance.
• 401(k) matching and Roth Retirement Savings Plan.
• Flexible Spending Account for full-time employees.
• 529 Savings Plan.
• Tuition support program.
• Referral bonus program.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and life insurance for employees and eligible family members, for full-time employees.
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child for eligible full-time employees after one year of service; this benefit does not apply in states with paid family leave programs.
• Sick time and paid time off.
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets.
• Pet discounts on services and products.
• Pet food discount program.
• Quarterly team rewards bonus program.
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement.
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Continuing education allowance.
• Uniform allowance.
• Six paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed