Veterinary Assistant

National Veterinary Associates; Canby (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates in Canby, Oregon, seeks a passionate Veterinary Assistant to support patient care and treatment for animals. In this role, you will assist with monitoring, administering medications under supervision, and maintaining a clean environment.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys working in a team, can handle the physical demands of lifting animals, and has a genuine love for pets. The position offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k with employer match.

Qualifications

• Passion for animal care and able to work with stressed or ill animals.
• Ability to lift and carry animals up to 40 lbs.
• Experience in teamwork and collaboration with hospital staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor and care for animals in recovery.
• Clean and sterilize hospital and surgical instruments.

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Animal care

Job description

Job Description Overview

• Assist with patient care and treatment
• Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery
• Maintain inventory and stocking
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e., taking radiographs, running bloodwork, etc.)
• Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean/disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
• Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision
• Feeding/bathing animals
• Answering phones
• Helping clients with their pets

Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
• Prefer previous experience, but not required.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job: lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40 lbs on own.
• Walks or stands for extended periods of time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
• Experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.

If you are passionate about animals and interested in joining a team of highly devoted animal advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you.

Benefits

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Equal Opportunity Employment

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.