Veterinary Assistant Level I & II
Listed on 2026-09-05
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Animal / Pet Care, Veterinary
Canyon Pet Hospital
- Beaverton, OR
- Veterinary Assistant Level 1 & 2
Join Our Team as a Veterinary Assistant at Canyon Pet Hospital!
Are you passionate about animals and dedicated to providing exceptional care? Do you thrive in a team-centered environment, lead with integrity, and enjoy problem-solving with creativity? Are you confident in your communication skills, even in challenging situations? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our team!
At Canyon Pet Hospital, we embrace adaptability,because in veterinary medicine, no two days are ever the same. We are looking for aVeterinary Assistant who shares our values of Respect, Learning, Doing the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Funwhile exceeding client expectations in ways they never imagined.
Pay Range:VA1 $ 18-21 per hour
VA2 $ 21-24 per hour
Benefits:- PTO
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401K
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, long-term care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Employer Paid Life and AD&D
- Employer Paid STD and LTD
- Eligible for performance-based bonus
The Veterinary Assistant supports and assists the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians, ensuring thesafety of pets and clients, and the continuity of quality veterinary care. They work to keep pets safe and comfortable during their visit.
WHAT YOU’LL DO (Essential Functions):- Foster a culture built on our values:
Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service,and Fun - Clean, disinfect, and prepare exam rooms, medical equipment, and surgery between each appointment
- Obtain initial patient information, medical histories, vaccination records, and the reason for thepet’s visit. Document patient information, and update records
- Calm, soothe, comfort, and restrain pets before, during, and after procedures
- Take note on examination results and updates records as directed by veterinarians
- Provide the owners education, resources and information on how best to care for pets in general, atthe Veterinarian’s direction, for specific conditions, and after various procedures
- Monitor and track pet’s physical status and vital signs following surgery
- Monitor, record, and report the physical condition and vital signs of the hospitalized and boardedpets
- Clean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areas
- Feed, water, bathe, and exercise pets during their visit
- Respond to general questions from clients
- Perform and set up procedures that do not require Veterinarian or Veterinary Technicianassistance
- Examine pets, performing basic health checks, looking for signs of disease, illness, or injury, andtreat them under the direction of the Veterinarian
- May administer medication, perform routine laboratory tests, fill prescriptions, and educate clienton use and side effects of medication under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician
- Provide professional, efficient, quality care and exceptional service to clients while maintainingmaximum productivity
- Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets
- Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care
- Perform other duties as requested
Education
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program preferred
- One year of experience in a pet care setting
- Broad knowledge of animal science
- Basic knowledge of pharmacology
- Proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word and industry internet sites
- Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach
- Basic mathematical skills to ensure the administration of accurate drug and fluid doses
- Basic analytical, critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving skills
- Compassion and empathy for both pets and pet owners
- Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, andtactful manner
- Strong attention to detail and high level…
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