Overnight Veterinary Assistant – ER/ICU

Ready to actually grow your skills (not just use them)?

If you’re looking for a place that invests in you—your development, your voice, and your future—you might’ve just found it.

At BluePearl NE Portland, we combine advanced medicine, a genuinely supportive culture, and a strong focus on teaching. We know there are incredibly

talented Veterinary Assistants out there who want more than just a job—you want to learn, level up, and be part of something meaningful. That’s exactly what we’re about.

If you thrive in fast-paced, interesting, sometimes chaotic (in a good way) environments—and love being part of a collaborative team that truly has each other’s backs—keep reading

Overnight Veterinary Assistant – ER/ICU

NE Portland (Hollywood District)

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday every other Saturday | 7:00 pm–5:00am with shift differentials

Full-time (weekends holidays required)

Why this team hits different

We’re redefining what it feels like to work in Emergency & Specialty medicine.

Yes, we take patient care seriously—but we also take people seriously. That means:

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  A culture built on respect, empathy, and inclusivity

• A team that balances high-level medicine with actual laughter

• Working alongside insanely skilled DVMs across ER/ICU, Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, and Ophthalmology

• Support from 5 VTS, experienced CVTs, and leadership that actually shows up for you

We’re a teaching hospital, which means growth isn’t optional—it’s part of the job (in the best way). You’ll be supported, challenged, and continuously learning.

And because this field can be heavy—we’re big on mental health support and real wellness resources.

What you’ll do (aka your day-to-night life)

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  Triage patients collect histories

• Monitor vitals (incoming hospitalized patients)

• Jump into CPR when needed

• Support diagnostics treatments

• Place IVCs and learn advanced lines (Central/PICC )

• Provide updates to clients (yes, communication matters here)

• Assist with phone triage for incoming ER cases

• Help maintain a clean, organized space (team effort always)

• Work alongside a highly skilled team delivering advanced care

✨ Bonus: You’ll get to be part of those full-circle moments—helping critical patients recover and go home to their families.

What we’re looking for

Strong patient care skills curiosity to learn more

• Urgent Care or ER Experience

• Someone who enjoys both teaching and being taught

• A team player who can handle fast-paced shifts without losing compassion

• People who want to grow—not stay stagnant

The perks (because they matter)

We’ve got you covered—professionally and personally:

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  Health, dental, vision

• Paid STD, LTD, Life

• CE allowance licensing fees

• Access to Veterinary Team Training Platform

• Career development leveling

• Market trainer (VTS in ECC )

• Annual merit increases

• $200 Scrub Allowance

Mental health & wellness (we take this seriously):

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  12 free therapy sessions

• EAP wellness ambassadors

• Headspace, AbleTo, Calm app

Time off extras:

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  PTO 48 hours floating holiday

• Trupanion pet insurance (we cover 50% of premiums deductibles )

• Additional voluntary benefits

• Mars, Inc. perks

✨ Bottom line

If you want to work somewhere that:

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  Challenges you (in a good way)

• Invests in your growth

• Supports your mental health

• And still finds time to laugh on shift

…we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and let’s do something meaningful together.