Find & Apply For Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Tualatin, Oregon

Willamette Valley Animal Hospital of Tualatin is a fast-paced walk-in veterinary clinic. We are a four doctor small animal practice committed to providing affordable quality care to our furry friends! We are looking for a part-time (30 hours) or full time (40 hours) experienced veterinary assistant that shares our love for animals to join our team! The ideal candidate will have a background with animal care and handling, is highly self-motivated and works well as a team and independently. We are looking for someone with at least 1-2 years of previous experience. Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Assist doctors with patient care and treatment Restraining pets in a manner that allows necessary procedures to be done with minimal stress to patients, and ensure safety of patients and people Client education Surgical monitoring Preform dental cleaning and dental radiographs IV catheter placement and phlebotomy Radiology (must be safety certified.) Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment Take temperatures and vitals as requested by doctor Drawing up vaccines and medications Giving vaccines Preparing samples for outside laboratory testing Performing nail trims and anal gland expressions

Pay:

$18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Application Question(s): Please briefly describe your professional experience with safe animal restraint and low-stress handling techniques for dogs and cats. What veterinary practice management software are you most familiar with (e.g., Covetrus Pulse, Cornerstone, Avimark) How many years of professional experience do you have working as a veterinary assistant in a clinic or hospital setting?

Work Location:

In person