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Student Veterinary Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Banfield

Veterinary Leadership

Portland, OR

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Deliver an excellent hospital experience to student externs, student job program participants, and veterinary candidates during hospital observations. · Work with associate doctors to ensure they ...

Banfield

Certified Veterinary Tech

Beaverton, OR

$23.11 - $33.38/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs): At Banfield, we understand the significant financial burden of student debt on veterinarians. We are committed to supporting our ...

Banfield

Certified Veterinary Technician

Cedar Mill, OR

$23.11 - $33.38/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs): At Banfield, we understand the significant financial burden of student debt on veterinarians. We are committed to supporting our ...

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Student Veterinary information

What is a student veterinary?

Student veterinarians are individuals currently enrolled in a veterinary medicine program, training to become licensed veterinarians. They learn about animal health, diseases, treatments, and surgical procedures through classroom instruction, laboratories, and hands-on clinical experiences. Student veterinarians often work under the supervision of licensed veterinarians during their training, gaining practical skills and knowledge necessary for their future careers. Upon completing their studies, they must pass licensing exams to practice as veterinarians.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a student veterinary?

To thrive as a Student Veterinary, you need foundational knowledge in animal biology, clinical procedures, and veterinary ethics, typically gained through enrollment in a veterinary program. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, diagnostic imaging tools, and veterinary management software is often required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and a genuine compassion for animals set exceptional students apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for effective animal care, learning in clinical settings, and building a successful veterinary career.

What is the difference between Student Veterinary vs Veterinary Technician?

AspectStudent VeterinaryVeterinary Technician
Required CredentialsEnrolled in veterinary school, pursuing a DVM degreeCompleted veterinary technician training, certification required
Work EnvironmentAcademic settings, clinical rotations, labsVeterinary clinics, hospitals, animal clinics
Employer & Industry UsageVeterinary schools, internships, externshipsVeterinary practices, animal hospitals
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles during veterinary educationCareer path, job responsibilities, certification

Student Veterinary refers to individuals enrolled in veterinary school working towards their DVM degree, primarily involved in learning and clinical rotations. Veterinary Technicians are trained professionals who have completed certification and assist veterinarians in clinical settings. While students focus on education, technicians are active practitioners supporting animal care. Both roles are essential in the veterinary industry, but they differ in credentials, responsibilities, and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Student Veterinary job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 34% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution.

Level 1 Veterinary Assistant

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital

Portland, OR • On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital is hiring for full-time Level 1 Veterinary Assistants to join our Outpatient Services Team (ER, ICU, Urgent Care). We are hiring for Day and Swing Shifts.

If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and thrive in a fast-paced, high volume environment then a position as a Veterinary Assistant Level 1 (VA1) may be the perfect position for you!

About This Position:

As a Veterinary Assistant Level 1 (VA1) you are responsible for providing our clients with a top-notch experience as well as assisting veterinarians and technicians with animal restraint, triaging incoming patients, procedures, maintaining a clean and sterile work environment, stocking the hospital, measuring and assessing patient vital signs, running diagnostic lab work, providing aftercare for deceased animals, and performing surgery prep and assisting in life-saving surgical procedures. This position builds on the skills developed as a Kennel Assistant while increasing your responsibility for client interactions, and more advanced technical skills including restraining animals for procedures, helping with lab work, and triaging and discharging patients. This is an ideal position for someone who already has some experience in the veterinary field or a high level of customer service experience and animal handling comfort in a related field such as a grooming.

Wage Range: Overnight and weekend differential pay is available for applicable shifts.

$20-$22 hourly for Veterinary Assistant Level 1

Schedule: We are hiring for Swing and Day shifts on our Outpatient Services team.

Veterinary Assistants (Level 1) work 3/4 rotating schedules with 10 hours shifts. This means you have a consistent schedule that makes planning the rest of your life easy, and you get 3 or 4 days off in a row every week! If you have other schedule needs, please feel free to reach out and start a conversation, we're always happy to discuss options.

DoveLewis is a 24/7/365 emergency hospital with day, swing, and overnight shifts and requires the ability to work at least some of every weekend and holidays.

What are we looking for in a candidate?

  • A genuine love of and respect for all animals is required, as is an appreciation of the human-animal bond.
  • A strong desire to problem solve and help others.
  • Excellent client service and teamwork skills.
  • Experience or education equivalent to a High School Diploma is required.
  • Valid Oregon or Washington driver's license for driving the DoveLewis transport van.
  • Understanding of animal behavior and knowledge of safe animal handling and transport practices.
  • 1+ year experience working in animal care work such as at a veterinary clinic, kennel, or shelter is required for our Veterinary Assistant Level 1 position.
  • Any suitable combination of experience or education may substitute for the above.

What you can look forward to at DoveLewis:

  • Advancing your emergency and critical care skillset at a teaching hospital dedicated to the growth of our employees.
  • Equitable Health Benefits including
    • Medical
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • $0 mental health copays
    • preventative care
    • LGBTQIA-friendly providers
    • options for families
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (medical and dependent care)
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Holiday pay
  • Bereavement leave, including time off when a pet family member passes away
  • 403(b) retirement account with free financial advising available
  • Student debt repayment assistance for all employees
  • As part of a nonprofit with community-focused services your work makes a difference to the animal-loving community and to individual pet owners on a daily basis.


How to apply:

To be considered, you must complete the online application and upload a resume. Resumes received without a completed online application will not be considered.

DoveLewis is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug and background screening required.