Veterinary Assistant - Surgery

Golden State Humane Society; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary specialty hospital is seeking a full-time Surgical Veterinary Assistant for their busy surgery team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-quality, collaborative environment focused on patient care and professional growth. Competitive benefits include health insurance, continuous education allowances, and wellness sessions.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid STD, LTD, and Life insurance

CE Allowance and Licensing Fees

Free access to VETgirl, Vetfolio, and @Dove

Career development opportunities

Annual Merit Increase

Wellness benefits including 12 free therapy sessions

Trupanion Pet Insurance with subsidized premiums

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary care or assistant roles preferred.
• Knowledge of animal husbandry and patient care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Triage and obtain patient history.
• Monitor vital signs on incoming and hospitalized patients.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Monitor and care for hospitalized patients.
• Perform diagnostics and outpatient care.

Skills

Patient care

Vital sign monitoring

Triage

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Job description

We are hiring an exceptional FT Veterinary Assistant to join our Specialty Surgery team.

Are you looking for a real investment in your skillset, where outstanding medical quality and a positive culture combine with teaching and advanced patient care? We recognize many talented assistants with advanced skills seeking a teaching hospital to advance their careers. Let us invest in you!

If you enjoy patient care and working in a fast-paced, challenging, interesting, and collaborative environment, apply today!

We are team member focused, with a culture of respect, compassion, empathy, and inclusivity. Roaring laughter, collaboration, and good intentions fill our days, supported by a highly skilled team of DVMs providing services in Emergency/ICU, Critical Care, Ophthalmology, Surgery, and Internal Medicine. Our support staff includes 5 VTS, experienced CVTs, and an outstanding leadership team.

We prioritize teaching and advancing our industry. We offer competitive pay with shift differentials and growth opportunities! We lead in promoting positive mental health in the veterinary industry, with licensed social workers and excellent mental health benefits.

As a Surgical Veterinary Assistant, you will:

• Triage and obtain patient history
• Obtain and monitor vital signs on incoming and hospitalized patients
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Monitor and care for hospitalized patients
• Perform diagnostics and outpatient care

• Work alongside skilled technicians and assistants to provide excellent, advanced medicine
• Mentor colleagues and learn from them

Why BluePearl?

Join our team of dedicated individuals who prioritize patient care and quality, fostering camaraderie through lightheartedness, fun, and laughter. Together, we can make a difference!

Benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid STD, LTD, and Life insurance
• CE Allowance and Licensing Fees
• Free access to VETgirl, Vetfolio, and @Dove
• Access to thousands of CE videos via BluePearl University
• Career development and leveling opportunities
• In-House CE every Thursday
• Market Trainer with VTS in ECC
• Annual Merit Increase
• $200 uniform credit
• Wellness benefits including 12 free therapy sessions, access to social work, EAP, and trained wellness ambassadors
• Access to Calm App and Talkspace
• Accrual-based PTO and 48 hours of Floating Holiday Pay
• Trupanion Pet Insurance (BluePearl pays 50% of premiums and deductibles)
• Supplemental voluntary benefits
• Mars, Inc Employer Benefits

BluePearl is committed to a diverse and respectful work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, sexual or affectional preference, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Assistance or accommodations during the application process are available upon request. We are a drug-free workplace.