Veterinary ICU Assistant — Hands-On Care & Growth

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Uniform allowance

401K with match

Job summary

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners is seeking a skilled Veterinary Assistant to support care for hospitalized and critical patients. You will confidently place IV catheters, assist with diagnostics, and help veterinarians during treatments in a fast-paced clinic environment.

The role requires 5 years of veterinary assisting experience, strong restraint skills, and the ability to stay calm under pressure while delivering compassionate care and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Confidence in IV catheter placement and jugular blood draws.
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills.
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and compassionate in high-stress situations.
• Ability to participate in any area of the clinic as needed.

Responsibilities

• Confidently place IV catheters.
• Draw blood and assist with diagnostics.
• Provide hands-on care and monitoring for hospitalized and critical patients.
• Assist veterinarians during treatments and procedures.
• Support patient comfort, safety, and recovery in a fast-paced setting.
• Help maintain an efficient, organized treatment area.
• Answer phones and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Detail oriented.

Skills

IV catheter placement

Blood draws

Patient handling

Restraint skills

Calm under pressure

Job description

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners is seeking a skilled Veterinary Assistant to support care for hospitalized and critical patients. You will confidently place IV catheters, assist with diagnostics, and help veterinarians during treatments in a fast-paced clinic environment.

The role requires 5 years of veterinary assisting experience, strong restraint skills, and the ability to stay calm under pressure while delivering compassionate care and excellent customer service.