Veterinary Assistant

NVA General Practice; Canby (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

NVA General Practice in Canby, Oregon, is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant who will be a vital support for the entire veterinary team. This role requires a genuine passion for animal care and the ability to handle various tasks including patient care, inventory maintenance, and customer service.

The ideal candidate should enjoy working with animals, be physically capable of lifting and restraining them, and thrive in a team environment. If you're passionate about animal welfare, we would love to meet you!

Qualifications

• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and handles them even when stressed or ill.
• Ability to meet physical demands, including lifting and restraining animals.
• Team player experienced in a teamwork approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and aid in post-surgery care.
• Maintain inventory and sterilize surgical instruments.

Skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Animal handling

Job description

The veterinary assistant is the entire team's primary support. Every department relies on their significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care.

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
• Customer service
• 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. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.
• Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
• Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.

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