Experienced Veterinary Assistant --ER

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 [email protected]

Call: (503) 489-9535