Veterinary Assistant

Wildwood Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! This is an excellent position for candidates with foundational training who are looking to grow their career in veterinary medicine.

In this role, you will provide assistance to Veterinary Technicians and Veterinarians, including gentle animal handling and restraint during outpatient procedures such as physical exams, vaccines, and blood draws. You will prepare and clean patient areas throughout the day including exam rooms and procedural/treatment areas, anticipating team needs and ensuring preparedness and efficiency.

This is an ideal position for efficient multi-taskers who enjoy a supportive role in a team-oriented environment!

This is a flexible position, with a 4/9 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday. No weekends!

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

• Compensation: $19-22 per hour, for each hour worked*
• Bonus package: $500 for those with 3+ years of consecutive, current experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k options
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Client communication
  • Patient restraint
  • Medical note taking
  • SQ injections

About Wildwood Animal Hospital:

We have served the Portland and Gresham communities, providing comprehensive veterinary care to dogs and cats with a uniquely personal touch since 1973. It takes exceptional medicine, modern treatment options, and a well-designed system of care to achieve high standards of success and client satisfaction. At Wildwood, that’s exactly our goal. From ongoing wellness care to advanced diagnostics, digital radiology, surgery, dentistry, laser therapy, and more, we have our community covered. Additionally, we have a talented and tenured support team and most of our staff is Fear Free certified! Our team values collaboration and is eager to jump in where needed, regardless of experience or titles—including our doctors. To learn more, please visit our website.

If you are interested in becoming part of a team that prioritizes growth and has an excellent community reputation and a positive work environment, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!

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*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant’s education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.

**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.

WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.