Compassionate Vet Assistant: Patient Care & Client Support

Forest-Valley-Veterinary-Clinic; Cottage Grove (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health package

Life insurance and disability

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Forest Valley Veterinary Hospital and Urgent Care in Cottage Grove, Oregon, seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support exams and outpatient visits with compassionate care and clear client communication. The ideal candidate will engage clients, coordinate schedules, multitask, and help maintain medical records while assisting veterinarians during procedures.

Monday–Friday with occasional weekend coverage. We offer full-time hours with 5/8 or 4/10 schedules and a competitive benefits package,

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary assistant or related role preferred.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments and outpatient procedures.
• Proficiency in taking patient histories, weights and vital signs.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room and outpatient workflow to ensure client and patient care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications and discharge instructions with clients.
• Assist veterinarians during outpatient procedures and treatments.

Skills

Safe animal handling

Veterinary terminology

Exams & treatments assistance

Medical records documentation

Attention to detail

Client service

Physical stamina

Tools

Medical records software

Job description

Forest Valley Veterinary Hospital and Urgent Care in Cottage Grove, Oregon, seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support exams and outpatient visits with compassionate care and clear client communication. The ideal candidate will engage clients, coordinate schedules, multitask, and help maintain medical records while assisting veterinarians during procedures.

Monday–Friday with occasional weekend coverage. We offer full-time hours with 5/8 or 4/10 schedules and a competitive benefits package,