Veterinary Technician Assistant
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$19 - $21 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Portland, OR 97227 Portland, Oregon open_in_new |
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$16.61
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Job Description
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Qualification Requirements/Skills:
Grateful Heart Veterinary Hospital is an independently owned, small animal practice seeking an experienced Tech Assistant to join our team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist Veterinarians and CVT’s with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
- Obtain thorough patient medical history from clients and referring veterinarians as needed.
- Educating clients on pet health, preventative care, and post treatment instructions.
- Obtaining and preparing various lab samples including urine, blood and feces for diagnostic testing.
- Support a positive work environment that is focused on collaboration, teamwork, professionalism, and provide compassionate and efficient care to patients.
- Support hospital organization and patient care workflow.
Qualification Requirements/Skills:
- Must have a minimum of 1 year experience in vet med. (required).
- Knowledge of veterinary terminology and basic veterinary medical procedures.
- Able to lift and move up to 40 pounds.
- Comfortable standing for long periods of time and performing physical tasks.
- Experience with EzyVet software is a plus (not required).
- Administer injectable and oral medications and vaccines with supervision under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Demonstrate proficiency in typing and basic computer skills.
- Experience with animal handling/restraint.
- Demonstrate dependability, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ensure the completion of all assigned hospital duties before the end of each shift.
- Adhere to OSHA standards and regulations as outlined in company policies.
- Ability to perform other job duties as assigned.
Why Grateful Heart?
- Competitive wage.
- Employer paid health, dental and vision insurance.
- PTO.
- Employer contribution retirement plan.
- Uniform Allowance.
- Employer paid Fear Free Certification program.
- Employer contribution to Paid Leave Oregon Program.
- Paid major holidays, including your birthday!
If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we look forward to meeting you.
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Full-time Jobs Part-time Jobs Gig Jobs Posting ID: 1271607448 Posted: 2026-06-26 Job Title: Veterinary Technician Assistant