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Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Town & Country Animal Hospital

Lakefield Veterinary Group
Portland, USA
Mid
Onsite
$20-25 / hour
Discovered 1 weeks ago

Full Job Posting

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-quality medical care and outstanding service while maintaining efficiency
  • Gather patient histories from clients and referring veterinarians
  • Conduct initial patient assessments, observe behavior, and record vital signs
  • Assist veterinarians throughout exams, diagnostic procedures, treatments, and surgeries
  • Safely restrain pets during examinations and procedures
  • Maintain accurate medical records and documentation
  • Collect and prepare blood, urine, fecal, and other diagnostic samples
  • Perform in-house laboratory testing and record results
  • Educate clients on nutrition, preventive care, and general pet health
  • Take digital radiographs and relay results to the veterinarian
  • Fill prescriptions under veterinary direction
  • Administer injections, vaccinations, and medications with supervision
  • Perform dental prophylaxis, venipuncture, catheter placement, and other procedures under veterinary supervision
  • Prepare patients, equipment, and medications for surgery
  • Support a collaborative, compassionate, and efficient work environment
  • Follow all hospital protocols, quality assurance standards, and safety guidelines
  • Perform additional duties or projects as assigned
  • Contribute to a positive, enjoyable workplace and take pride in being part of Town & Country Animal Hospital

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least one year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant
  • Position Requirements: This role involves assisting veterinarians and technicians, ensuring patient and client safety, and maintaining continuity of care. Physical requirements include standing, sitting, and walking for extended periods, as well as lifting up to 40 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently, and 15 pounds regularly. Exposure to moderate noise, cleaning chemicals, pet dander, and animal waste should be expected.
  • Application Requirements: Please submit a current resume and three professional references. Cover letters and letters of recommendation are optional but appreciated.
  • Benefits: We offer paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, referral bonuses, 401(k), staff discounts, continuing education, wellness support programs, a uniform allowance, and more.
  • For more information about our hospital, visit TownNCountryVet.com. To apply, contact Helen at [email protected] or apply online at careers.lakefieldvet.com.
  • Compensation: $20-25 per hour, depending on experience and certification. Surgery experience required Schedule: 34–40 hours per week, Monday through Saturday. Most assistants and technicians work four 9–10 hour shifts per week.
  • This role involves assisting veterinarians and technicians, ensuring patient and client safety, and maintaining continuity of care. Physical requirements include standing, sitting, and walking for extended periods, as well as lifting up to 40 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently, and 15 pounds regularly. Exposure to moderate noise, cleaning chemicals, pet dander, and animal waste should be expected.
  • Please submit a current resume and three professional references. Cover letters and letters of recommendation are optional but appreciated.

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