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Veterinary Assistant - Surgery

BluePearl Pet Hospital
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025 CLOSED ON 12/17/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant - Surgery position at BluePearl Pet Hospital?

🚨 We’re Hiring: Full-Time Surgical Veterinary Assistant 🚨

Looking to grow your skills in a fast-paced, supportive, and seriously awesome environment? Our Specialty Surgery team is expanding—and we want YOU for Daytime shifts Thursday, Friday & Saturday!

At BluePearl, we invest in our people. We know there are many talented Veterinary Assistants ready to take that next big step, and we’re here to help you do it. Between advanced patient care, a teaching-hospital vibe, and a culture that blends compassion with collaboration (and plenty of laughter), this is the place to level up.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • 🐾 Triage patients obtain histories
  • šŸ’™ Monitor vitals & care for hospitalized patients
  • 🧪 Assist with diagnostics outpatient care
  • 🧹 Keep a clean, organized environment
  • šŸ‘©ā€āš•ļø Work alongside skilled CVTs, VTSs & DVMs in advanced medicine
  • šŸ“š Share your passion—mentor AND learn from your team

Why You’ll Love It Here

Our team thrives on respect, empathy, and inclusivity. We’re backed by board-certified specialists in Surgery, Critical Care, Ophthalmology, and Internal Medicine—plus an incredible support crew with 5 VTS, experienced CVTs, and leadership that has your back.

We don’t just talk about well-being—we walk the walk. From licensed social workers and free therapy sessions to wellness ambassadors and the Calm app, your mental health matters here.

Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive pay shift differentials
  • Health, dental & vision insurance
  • Employer-paid STD, LTD, and Life
  • CE allowance licensing fees covered
  • Free access to VETgirl, Vetfolio, & @Dove
  • In-house CE every Thursday BluePearl University access
  • $200 annual uniform credit
  • Career leveling & merit increases
  • 12 free therapy sessions, Talkspace, Calm app, Able To
  • PTO floating holidays
  • Trupanion Pet Insurance (we pay 50% of premiums & deductibles)
  • Mars, Inc. benefits supplemental options

Why BluePearl?

Because we believe veterinary medicine should be both challenging and fun. Our days are filled with collaboration, growth, and the kind of camaraderie that comes from truly loving what we do.

šŸ‘‰ Ready to join a team where patients (and people) come first? Apply today and let’s make a difference—together.

 

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and each applicant will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. 

 

 

Salary : $200

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