Veterinary Assistant ER

VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists is expanding its Emergency and Critical Care Service and is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our Overnight team!  

Compensation: $21-$29/hr, based on skill set and years of experience.

Schedule:Thursday through Saturday 6 pm to 6 am, Overnight/3rd shift, 3 x 12 hour shifts.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing high-quality emergency care to animals in need. Our Emergency and Critical Care team ensures that the most critical cases receive immediate attention and that all patients receive the care they need.

Key Responsibilities: The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: 

Triage: Perform an initial assessment to evaluate the patient's condition quickly. This includes checking vital signs, assessing for obvious injuries or distress, and gathering information from the pet owner about the situation.

Team Collaboration: Work in conjunction with all technical staff across the hospital to ensure hospitalized patients receive optimal care. Maintain open communication with the healthcare team.

Client Education: Provide clear and concise discharge instructions to clients, ensuring they understand the care their furry family member requires after leaving the hospital.

Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records, including patient history, treatment details, and client communication. Assist with the completion of cost estimates.

Diagnostic Imaging: Operate diagnostic imaging equipment and assist in capturing radiographs and other diagnostic images.

Laboratory Procedures: Run diagnostics (i.e: CBC, Chem Panel, NOVA, iSTAT, UA), correlate results with the clinical presentation of the patient and notify Veterinarian of results.

Assist Doctors and Technicians: Collaborate closely with veterinarians and Technicians to assist in exams, treatments, and medical procedures for emergency cases.

Why join the VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists ER Team :

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, thrive on challenging cases, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families, this could be the opportunity for you. You'll work alongside an experienced team of veterinary professionals, providing advanced patient care and supporting pets during some of their most critical moments.

• Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources. 

• Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits. 

• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave. 

• Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long- 

• Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations. 
• Latest Tech & Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next. 

• Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses. 

• Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions. 
• Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs. 

• Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution. 

• Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary. 

• Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs. 

• Advisory Services: Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources. 

• Legal Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services. 

• Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

We value your time, and that is why we have a very quick and easy mobile-friendly application process. We look forward to speaking with you! 

Location: 16756 SE 82nd Dr, Clackamas, OR 97015 

If you are a current associate, you 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. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.