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ICU Kennel Assistant

Bridgetown Veterinary Emergency + Referral - Portland, Oregon

 

Bridgetown Veterinary Emergency and Referral is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join our ICU team! This role supports our veterinary nurses and doctors by providing exceptional patient care, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and assisting with animal handling.

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide daily care for hospitalized patients (feeding, walking, cleaning, comfort).

  • Assist with safe animal restraint for treatments and procedures.

  • Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the ICU.

  • Wash and sanitize dishes, laundry, and kennels.

  • Restock supplies and support the nursing team as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Required: Animal handling experience (dogs & cats).

  • Preferred: 1+ year of experience in veterinary medicine or animal care.

  • Dependable, compassionate, and detail-oriented.

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with critically ill patients.

  • Must be available for weekends, evenings, and holidays (24/7 hospital).

If you’re passionate about animal care and want to grow your skills in a hospital setting, we’d love to hear from you!

 

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