Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Alpine Animal Hospital; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day workweek

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Uniform allowance

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

Alpine Animal Hospital is hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant for a full-time role. You’ll enjoy a four-day workweek with rotating Saturdays, and on weeks with a half-day Saturday you’ll work 3.5 days, with no nights or holiday shifts.

We offer competitive pay based on experience, 401(k) matching, tuition support, CE allowances, licensing reimbursement, and generous PTO plus employee pet discounts. Join a collaborative team focused on high-quality, affordable care.

Qualifications

• 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 that teamwork yields great results.
• Empathy toward clients and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate the needs of veterinarians to keep appointments and procedures running efficiently.
• Perform venipuncture and blood draws.
• Place IV catheters.
• Prepare and interpret ear and skin cytology to support diagnosis and treatment.
• Guide canine and feline vaccine protocols and scheduling.
• Educate clients on appropriate ages and conditions for spaying and neutering.
• Support clients and coworkers with empathy, patience, and a positive attitude.
• Ask for help when you need it, and offer it when others do.

Skills

Veterinary assisting

Blood draws

IV catheter placement

Ear & skin cytology

Vaccine protocols knowledge

Tools

Venipuncture equipment

IV catheter equipment

Job description

Who we are:

Alpine Animal Hospital is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Status: Full-time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience

Schedule: 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays. On weeks you work a half-day Saturday, you’ll work 3.5 days during the week.

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Tired of working nights and holidays? Ever wonder what life would feel like without an endless workweek?

At Alpine Animal Hospital, you’ll work a 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays, and you’ll never work nights or holidays. On the weeks you work a half-day Saturday, you’ll work just 3.5 days during the week. We put a healthy work-life balance first, so you can thrive both in and out of the clinic.

We’re looking for an Experienced Veterinary Assistant who is confident in their clinical skills and loves being part of a supportive, collaborative team. We’re committed to providing high-quality, low-cost veterinary care to our community, because every pet deserves exceptional service.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here

• You’ll have a four-day workweek. You’ll work four days a week, with rotating half-day Saturdays balanced by a shorter week (3.5 weekdays).
• There are no nights or holidays. Your evenings and holidays are yours.
• Your work matters. You’ll use your veterinary skills to bring high-quality, affordable care to your community.
• We put well-being first. You’ll find a positive, collaborative culture where teammates ask for help and offer it freely.
• You’ll get mentoring and room to grow. We’ll support you as you advance your career, because the more you know, the better off we all are.
• We like to treat the team. Expect occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us.

What Our Veterinary Assistants Do

• Anticipate the needs of our veterinarians to keep appointments and procedures running efficiently
• Perform venipuncture and blood draws
• Place IV catheters
• Prepare and interpret ear and skin cytology to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning
• Guide canine and feline vaccine protocols and scheduling
• Educate clients on 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 you need it, and offer it when others do

Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities.

What You’ll Bring

• 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 that great results come from teamwork and mutual respect
• Empathy toward clients, coworkers, and yourself
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a fast-paced clinic
• Availability for rotating half-day Saturdays
• The ability to stand for extended periods and lift and restrain animals of varying sizes
• Veterinary technician credential is welcomed but not required

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Alpine Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.