Veterinary Assistant — 4-Day Week, No Nights, Growth

Alpine-Animal-Hospital; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Employee pet discounts

Uniform allowance

Continuing education allowance

VTNE exam fee reimbursement

License reimbursement

Job summary

Alpine Animal Hospital in Corvallis, OR is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join a supportive, collaborative team. This full-time role offers a four-day work week with rotating Saturdays and no nights or major holidays, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance while delivering high-quality care to small animals.

You will assist veterinarians, perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement, interpret ear and skin cytology, and guide vaccine protocols.

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 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Blood draws

IV catheter placement

Ear & skin cytology

Vaccine protocols

Spay/neuter timing

Teamwork & communication

Empathy

Rotating half-day Saturdays

Standing & lifting

Veterinary technician credential (welc

Job description

Alpine Animal Hospital in Corvallis, OR is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join a supportive, collaborative team. This full-time role offers a four-day work week with rotating Saturdays and no nights or major holidays, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance while delivering high-quality care to small animals.

You will assist veterinarians, perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement, interpret ear and skin cytology, and guide vaccine protocols.