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Experienced Veterinary Assistant --ER

Lakefield Veterinary Group
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/5/2026
Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Emergency

Bridgetown Veterinary Emergency and Referral (BVER) is a specialty animal hospital located in Portland Oregon. Our hospital team includes highly skilled veterinarians specializing in Emergency/Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Surgery, Ophthalmology and are supported by dedicated technicians and support staff.

We are hiring Experienced Veterinary Assistants and Certified Veterinary Technicians who are looking for a wonderful place to grow and have fun! We are a team of compassionate, seasoned veterinary professionals who recognize the absolute necessity for a healthy hospital culture, high-standard of patient care and value the importance of team member wellbeing – and are looking for people with the same values.

Who are we looking for right now?

Bridgetown Veterinary Emergency & Referral is looking for experienced Experienced Veterinary Assistants for our ER department; day and swing shifts available with one weekend day required.

Essential Job Functions

  • Triage and assessment of cases - including alerting DVM of patients in critical conditions
  • Perform diagnostic tests, sedate or anesthetized procedures, and outpatient treatments as directed by DVM
  • Oversee and provide treatments & support to day-hospitalizations
  • Provide support and education to pet owners
  • Maintain accurate medical records
  • Ability to positively collaborate with peers and team members in providing patient-centered care.
  • Experience with ezyVet, SmartFlow, IDEXX laboratory equipment is preferred

Required Skills

  • At least 3 years experience in an ER setting as a Veterinary Assistant.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills!
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment and handle stressful situations with composure
  • Confident in life saving procedures and CPR/BLS
  • Strong/confident phlebotomy and venipuncture skills; advanced catheter and sampling line placement skills are a bonus!
  • Assisting and monitoring of surgical and sedated procedures, including management of unstable patients. (Additional anesthesia training to be provided).
  • Oregon Radiology Certification for Veterinary Professionals

What can BVER offer?

  • Starting: $20 per hour (based on experience) $5 differential between 10p-6a
  • Quarterly bonus program (profit sharing)
  • Tuition assistance for further training
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Health insurance (HSA and FSA available)
  • Vision and Dental insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Disability coverage
  • Employee discounts
  • PTO

If you think you would be a great fit for our team, please send your resume and cover letter to our Recruiter, Christine Erickson at christine.erickson@lakefieldvet.com

Call: (503) 489-9535

Salary : $20

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