What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Veterinary Assistant position at VCA Animal Hospitals?
VCA North Portland Veterinary Hospital located in Portland, OR is looking for an Veterinary Assistant to join our Patient Care Team!
Schedule: Full-time opportunity. 4/10’s
Compensation: Starting at $19 – 21 / hour. Pay is dependent on experience and licensure.
Why Work At VCA North Portland Veterinary Hospital:
State-of-the-Art Hospital: Proud to be an AAHA-accredited hospital that maintains a high standard of medical care and client service. We are also one of the few hospitals in the Vancouver/Portland area to offer laparoscopy.
Compassionate Care : Our team of experienced veterinarians and dedicated staff are committed to providing the highest level of compassionate care to your pets. We understand that each pet is unique, and we tailor our services to meet their individual needs.
Assistant Utilization: Play a pivotal role in the veterinary care process, utilizing your skills to their fullest potential. Contribute to a positive and efficient workflow that enhances the overall quality of patient care
Warm and Welcoming Environment: Work alongside a group of dedicated professionals who share your passion for animal care. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible scheduling options.
Benefits of joining the VCA North Portland Team!
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Leadership opportunities
- Career development programs
- Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
- Tuition support and sponsorships in becoming a Certified Veterinary Technician
- Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
- Free mental health sessions and wellness subscriptions (Head Space and lyra Health)
- Referral bonuses
- Competitive wage
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Generous pet care discounts
- Life, long and short-term disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay
- 401(k) (company match)
Qualifications:
- 6 months of experience in a veterinary hospital or a current Veterinary Technician student
- Strong communication skills and the ability to provide compassionate care to patients and their owners.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Familiarity with AAHA standards and a commitment to upholding them.
Apply Today! We look forward to speaking with you!
Location: 3000 North Lombard Street, Portland OR, 97217
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
Salary : $19 - $21
