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Veterinary Assistant - Emergency Veterinary Hospital of Springfield

Lakefield Veterinary Group · Emergency Veterinary Hospital of Springfield - Springfield, Oregon

Posted about a month ago · $20-$25

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
30 days
Lakefield Veterinary Group's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
43% of Lakefield Veterinary Group's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Lakefield Veterinary Group
high
94 stale, 3 reposted of 175 open
Hiring momentum
261 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Lakefield Veterinary Group's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Lakefield Veterinary Group.

About this role

The Veterinary Assistant at Emergency Veterinary Hospital of Springfield supports veterinarians and technicians in providing emergency care to pets. Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, obtaining patient information, monitoring pets' health, and providing education to pet owners. The role requires working in a fast-paced environment, often during day and overnight shifts, and involves both hands-on care and administrative tasks.

Our read on this posting4.4out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Broad knowledge of animal science
  • Basic knowledge of pharmacology
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and industry internet sites
  • Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills
  • Basic mathematical skills for accurate drug and fluid doses

Nice to have

  • Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program
  • One year of experience in a pet care setting

What you get

  • PTO
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401K
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of career advancement opportunities
  • Work environment may be stressful due to the nature of emergency care
  • Physical demands include lifting and handling pets, which may be challenging for some candidates

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Listed by Lakefield Veterinary Group on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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