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Oceanlake Veterinary Clinic
Boarding and Animal Care Attendant/Veterinary Assistant
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$41,659 / year median in Oregon
+30% projected growth
Job Description
Oceanlake Veterinary Clinic is hiring again! We are looking for 1 full time or 1 part time mixed position candidates to work in boarding/animal care and as an assistant with our veterinary care team. We are a friendly, warm clinic with exceptional customer service and excellent quality medicine; previous veterinary experience not required, but a plus. This position will involve cross-training and some animal handling; must pass drug screen. This is a fast paced job that includes greeting clients, managing the phones and the desk, and checking in and out patients. Staff will also be required to schedule appointments and surgeries and work retail sales. Staff are required to physically lift 40 pounds and may be asked to carry out food and keep reception and retail areas clean. There may be some weekend and holiday hours required in the boarding kennels. Salary dependent on experience; full time benefits (dependent on hours) include dental/health insurance, retirement, pet benefits.