Certified Vet Tech — Surgery, Dentistry & Client Care

Paws & Claws Pet Medical Center; Troutdale (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Job summary

Paws & Claws Pet Medical Center in Troutdale, OR is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

This full-time role offers a 4/10 schedule and Monday through Friday availability. You will balance exam room work, client communication, and hands-on surgical and dental support in our busy general practice.

Qualifications

• 2+ years veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing Certified Veterinary Technician in Oregon.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing, monitoring, surgical support, venipuncture, radiology, medications, labs, records, safety, and client education.

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation.
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital.

Skills

Patient assessment

Surgical assistance

Venipuncture

Radiology

Medication administration

Lab testing

Medical records

Patient handling

Client education

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician in Oregon

VTNE eligibility / license transfer

Job description

Paws & Claws Pet Medical Center in Troutdale, OR is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

This full-time role offers a 4/10 schedule and Monday through Friday availability. You will balance exam room work, client communication, and hands-on surgical and dental support in our busy general practice.