Pay: $19.00 - $26.00 per hour
Job description:
Veterinary Assistant – Emergency & Critical Care
Bend, OR | Day / Swing | Full-Time or Part-Time
Bend Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (BAE) is growing, thoughtfully and intentionally.
We are a locally owned emergency hospital serving Central Oregon for over 20 years. Our team is built on collaboration, respect, and the shared goal of delivering exceptional emergency care.
If you’re looking for a hospital that values accountability, teamwork, and high standards, while supporting growth and training, you’ve found the right place.
At BAE, we are:
- Locally owned and operated, with leadership that works alongside the team
- Focused on DVM and nurse collaboration
- Committed to high-quality emergency and critical care medicine
- Supportive of growth, training, and skill development
- Clear in expectations, standards, and accountability
About the Role
As a Veterinary Assistant in our ER/ICU department, you play a critical role in supporting patient care, maintaining hospital flow, and assisting our technicians and doctors in a fast-paced environment.
This is a hands-on role where initiative, efficiency, and teamwork matter.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with triage and patient intake
- Supporting technicians with restraint, treatments, and procedures
- Patient care including walking, feeding, cleaning, and monitoring
- Maintaining cleanliness, organization, and stocking of treatment areas
- Preparing and maintaining equipment and supplies
- Assisting with lab work and diagnostics
- Supporting client communication with compassion and professionalism
- Helping maintain hospital flow during busy ER shifts
What We’re Looking For
- Two years of veterinary assistant experience required
- Strong work ethic and ability to stay engaged during downtime
- Team-oriented with clear communication skills
- Ability to stay calm, organized, and proactive in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to learn and grow in emergency medicine
- Positive attitude with a focus on patient care and team support
Emergency experience is a plus, but we are happy to train motivated assistants who want to build their skills.
Compensation & Benefits
- $19–$26/hr depending on experience
- Shift differentials for weekend and overnight shifts
- Continuing education and training support
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401k with matching
- Scrub allowance
Why Choose Bend, OR?
Bend offers incredible access to outdoor adventure including hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and paddle boarding, all within minutes of the hospital.
Work hard. Live well. Practice great medicine.
Join Our Team!
Email your resume to: hperry@bendanimaler.com
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Must be willing to work weekends and rotate through holidays.
Experience:
- Veterinary assistant: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Bend, OR 97702 (Required)