Veterinary Assistant - 4-Day Week, Great Benefits

Alpine Animal Hospital PC; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

vision insurance

Paid time off

Six paid holidays

Continuing education allowance

VTNE exam reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Alpine Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team in a full-time capacity. This role features a 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays, and on weeks with a half-day Saturday, you’ll work 3.5 days during the week.

We prioritize work-life balance and staff satisfaction while delivering high-quality, affordable care to our community. We offer competitive pay based on experience, comprehensive health coverage, retirement benefits, tuition support, and numerous

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.
• Positive, supportive attitude and belief that great results come from teamwork and mutual respect.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians to keep appointments and procedures running smoothly.
• Perform venipuncture and blood draws.
• Prepare and interpret ear and skin cytology to support diagnosis and treatment.
• Guide vaccine protocols and scheduling.
• Educate clients on spay/neuter timing and care.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Blood draws

IV catheter placement

Ear/skin cytology

Canine/feline vaccines

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication skills

Rotating half-day Saturdays

Stand and lift animals

Vet tech credential welcomed

Education

Veterinary technician credential welcomed

Job description

Alpine Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team in a full-time capacity. This role features a 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays, and on weeks with a half-day Saturday, you’ll work 3.5 days during the week.

We prioritize work-life balance and staff satisfaction while delivering high-quality, affordable care to our community. We offer competitive pay based on experience, comprehensive health coverage, retirement benefits, tuition support, and numerous