Veterinary Assistant – Multi-Species Care, Fear-Free

Western Veterinary Partners; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $500

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

401k with company match

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Job summary

Family Pet Clinic of Newberg is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support comprehensive hospital care for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and reptiles. The role emphasizes stress-free handling, client service, and coordination across exam rooms, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

You will prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas; maintain medical records; review plans with clients; and help build strong relationships through education and attentive

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role preferred
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and stress-free restraint for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and reptiles

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and stress-free restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Job description

Family Pet Clinic of Newberg is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support comprehensive hospital care for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and reptiles. The role emphasizes stress-free handling, client service, and coordination across exam rooms, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

You will prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas; maintain medical records; review plans with clients; and help build strong relationships through education and attentive