Veterinary Assistant - Cornelius Veterinary Clinic
- Location
- Cornelius, OR
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Part-time
About the job
Cornelius Veterinary Clinic is seeking an Experienced Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our small-animal team. We primarily care for dogs and cats, with occasional care for rabbits, ferrets, and other small mammals.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, treatments, and patient care
- Restrain and safely handle patients
- Obtain and record patient vital signs
- Assist with laboratory testing, radiographs, and basic procedures
- Prepare patients for surgery and assist with surgical monitoring and recovery
- Provide nursing care, including feeding, cleaning, medicating, and monitoring hospitalized patients
- Assist with client communication, patient check-in/check-out, and medication instructions
- Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical spaces
- Follow OSHA, safety, sanitation, and patient-care protocols
What We’re Looking For:
- High school diploma or equivalent, or currently pursuing one
- Previous veterinary experience is preferred but not required
- Strong animal-handling and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance as needed
- Professional, compassionate, and dependable approach to patient and client care
- Flexible availability to include Saturday shifts
If you enjoy working with animals and want to be part of a team providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care, we’d love to hear from you! At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.
Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
- Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
- Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
- Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
- A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.
At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.
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Posted 29 Oct 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job