Overview

Bethany Family Pet Clinic has an opening for a full-time veterinary assistant to join our team!

Location: 15166 NW Central Drive Portland, Oregon 97229

Shift Details: 4x10hrs, some weekends, open to part-time and students (depending on schedule).

Compensation: $18 - $22 / hour based on experience

Bethany Family Pet Clinic is an eleven doctor practice located in the heart of Bethany Village, an adorable and family-friendly neighborhood in Portland. We are located about 15 minutes from downtown Portland and Nike and Intel campuses, and an easy commute from most towns in the surrounding area. We have a large, knowledgeable team to help you grow your skills, and the type of clients who are willing to go the extra mile for their pets. We are a full-service practice, including orthopedic surgery, endoscopy, ultrasound, acupuncture, and full-stage life care. Veterinary Receptionist should be proficient in client communications, invoicing, payment collection, and responsible for patient discharge.

Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.

• Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
• Participate in any special cleaning duties.
• Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
• Maintain excellent client communication.
• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.

• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
• Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
• The employee must also be confident around pets.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.