Veterinary Assistant Level I & II - Canyon Pet Hospital

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 Assistantwho shares our values ofRespect, 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

POSITION SUMMARY:

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 andcomfortable 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 eachappointment Obtain initial patient information, medical histories, vaccination records, and the reason for the pet’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 boarded pets 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, and treat 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 thedelivery 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 WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications): Education : High School Diploma or GED required Professional Licenses/Certifications: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program preferred Experience: One year of experience in a pet care setting PreferredSkills, Ability and Knowledge: Broad knowledge of animal science Basic knowledge of pharmacology Proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word andindustry internet sites Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-orientedapproach 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 of accuracy Strong organizational and time management skills, including managing multiple priorities Handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion Maintain a calm demeanor in a work environment that fluctuates from orderly to fast pacedand stressful

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. Theteam member must frequently use a computer for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities arerequired to do this job including close vision. This position requires walking, standing, and sitting forlong periods of time. May be exposed to low to moderate noise levels as well as disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, pet dander, and excretions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Freeland Animal Hospital