Veterinary Assistant (Seasonal) - ER & Specialty

$20.00–$24.00/hr + Shift & Weekend Differentials

Seasonal opportunity in Vancouver, WA

Schedule: Shifts are determined by hospital needs and may vary or change to support patient care and operational demands. All employees are scheduled and expected to work rotating holiday shifts in the emergency and critical care department, and required to participate in the on-call rotation as needed.

We are currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This temporary position is designed to support our Emergency and Specialty departments during periods of increased patient care demand, team member leave coverage, and staffing needs. This role is ideal for an assistant who enjoys a fast-paced environment, diverse caseload, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact on patient care.

Why Join Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center

At Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll work with advanced veterinary technology, including MRI, CT, and more, in a modern space complete with an employee garden. This role requires a high level of adaptability and the ability to quickly integrate into different teams, workflows, and case types, with department assignments varying from shift to shift, in a supportive work environment focused on wellness and mental health.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Manage and provide for the patient's needs in the emergency department, including patient order set-up
• Assist technicians with radiographic procedures
• Run lab work as directed by technician and prepare samples for outside lab testing
• Obtain accurate patient history, ensure proper client communication and record keeping
• Restrain patients for IV catheters, physical examinations, and minor procedures (e.g., central line placement and ultrasounds)
• Complete treatments of patients as assigned in a timely manner, and initiate fluid therapy
• Perform patient discharges and fill pre-printed prescriptions
• Provide exceptional nursing care and treatment of all patients with respect
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

What You Bring

• Minimum of two years' experience in veterinary medicine; ER preferred
• Must be able to obtain a Veterinary Medication Clerks License upon hire and keep active throughout employment
• Valid high school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of general veterinary procedures and protocols, and advanced patient handling and restraint
• Excellent communication skills, strong work ethic, and a positive attitude
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care, with flexibility and adaptability to new situations

Perks & Benefits
Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance

• Competitive compensation, including a $2/hr shift differential for hours worked between 6pm–6am and a $2/hr weekend differential (12 a.m. Saturday to 11:59 p.m. Sunday)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support, including incentives for professional development
• Retirement savings options (401k)
• Staff pet discounts

Location Highlight
Vancouver, WA sits just across the river from Portland, OR, offering easy access to the amenities of a major metro area alongside a strong sense of local community. With the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood nearby, it's a great home base for outdoor recreation.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.