Veterinary Assistant

Powell Veterinary Center at Westmoreland is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

We are looking for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our General Practice team at Powell Veterinary Center ated in the Sellwood neighborhood of Portland, Oregon, our two-doctor practice is looking for a well-rounded Vet Assistant to help with appointments and surgery. Our clinic is open 8 am- 6 pm Monday through Friday.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you will play a vital role in pets’ lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands‑on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act, outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.

• 1-2 years of clinical experience
• Flexible schedule

• Paid time off, including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
• Top-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a health savings account and a flexible spending account
• Pet perks include free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy sessions
• 401 (k) with employer contribution and no waiting period
• Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete CE

• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support programs, and so much more!

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $21 per hour. The actual rate offered will be carefully considered a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.