Veterinary Assistant lI

4 weeks ago


Springfield, United States Emergency Veterinary Hospital Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

***Overnight Veterinary Assistant***

The Emergency Veterinary Hospital (EVH) of Eugene-Springfield, Oregon is seeking an experienced full-time Veterinary Assistant for our Thursday thru Saturday Overnight shift. Shift time is 5pm-5am (3-12’s). Here at EVH we take great pride in providing a friendly, supportive, and enjoyable work environment while the challenges of emergency veterinary medicine allow employees to sharpen their skills.

Veterinary Assistants carry out DVM orders, conducting patient treatments, documentation on medical records, aid in client/doctor communication and maintain cleanliness of the hospital. Providing clear, respectful, compassionate communication to clients, patients and colleagues is of the greatest importance at the Emergency Veterinary Hospital of Eugene/Springfield

We strive to provide safe (for animal and nurse) handling of cats, dogs, and exotic pets while maintaining optimal patient comfort.

Our Team

As a Veterinary Assistant, you are the backbone of our hospital operation You will be working closely with our team including our Medical Director and Practice Owner/Partner, Dr. Max Rinaldi along with an experienced Hospital Administration team. Dr. Rinaldi, was raised in Nevada and received his DVM from Kansas State University, graduating in 2012. Dr. Rinaldi then spent a year in a rotating Internal Medicine and Surgery Internship at Washington State University, followed by a year internship in Exotic Animal Medicine and Surgery at Louisiana State University. Dr. Rinaldi's professional interests include emergency and critical care, emergency surgery, and exotic animal medicine.

Our Values

The way we approach our work matters. Our Core Values—Do the right thing, Fun, Wow service, Respect, and Learning—guide everything we do at Emergency Veterinary Hospital.

Successful Candidates will possess the following skills and knowledge (or have the ability to learn quickly):

  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with staff and clients alike
  • Phlebotomy and IVC placement
  • Ability to notate record for patients receiving CPR
  • Understanding Isolation protocols
  • Understand aseptic technique and surgical preparation
  • Know common medications, their indications and route of administration
  • Understand/prioritization regarding patients need for immediate care
  • Practice proper restraint techniques to prevent injury to patients, self and coworkers.
  • Knowledge and proper use of different restraint/safety devices
  • Centrifuge and stat spin use and other laboratory equipment
  • Proper set up for fecal floats, smears, and cytology
  • Proper use/completion of lab forms and logs
  • Documentation including client communications, treatments and controlled drug logs

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 2+ Years Experience in Veterinary Assistant role
  • Scheduling availability for overnight shifts
  • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrate excellent customer service skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • The ability to lift, push and pull up to 40lbs
  • Ability to withstand long hours of standing, squatting, kneeling and walking
  • Adapt to an ever-changing work environment
  • Maintain objectivity during highly stressful/emotional situations
  • Keep a positive and professional demeanor during interactions with clients and team members

We Offer:

  • Competitive Hourly Base Wage + Overnight Shift Differential pay
  • Great work-life balance (consistent schedule, no rotating shifts)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance – with company contribution HSA account
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid Time Off/Holiday Pay
  • Generous Employee Pet Care Discount
  • Professional Mentorship
  • Veterinary Technician Education Assistance Program (for qualified candidates)
  • Career Growth and Development Opportunities
  • On-line Training Program + RECOVER/CPR Certification
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Hospital Profit Share Bonus eligibility

Join the Lakefield Family

Emergency Veterinary Hospital is part of the Lakefield Veterinary Group—a privately-owned company that offers support and resources to hospital teams while empowering them to make decisions about how they practice medicine and show up for their communities.

For more information/inquiries – please contact Dave Berg, Hospital Administrator at dave.berg@lakefieldvet.com. We look forward to speaking with you



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