Certified Veterinary Technician

Western Veterinary Partners; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Forest Valley Veterinary Clinic in Cottage Grove, Oregon, is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to support outpatient care and surgical dentistry. The ideal candidate balances exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support in a general practice.

The role offers full-time or part-time schedules with flexible options, competitive hourly pay, and comprehensive benefits. Applicants must be a CVT in good standing in Oregon and bring strong clinical skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing CVT in Oregon.

Responsibilities

• Support exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist in surgery.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and radiography.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients.
• Identify patient concerns and support case management.
• Educate clients and communicate clearly.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

Record keeping

Client education

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) Oregon

Tools

Radiology equipment

Job description

Forest Valley Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced CertifiedVeterinary Technician (CVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands‑on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting in surgery
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• 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
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $27 - $32 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time or part-time position offering a flexible schedule , with options for 4/10 shifts. Our practice is open Monday through Saturday, providing flexibility to accommodate a variety of schedules.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Oregon
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standingCertified Veterinary Technician in the state of Oregon **
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
  • Accurate medical record documentation
  • Client education and communication

**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply

About us:

Forest Valley Veterinary Clinic, located in Cottage Grove, Oregon, is dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized veterinary care in a warm and welcoming environment since 1982. With a team of experienced veterinarians and caring staff, they offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the individual needs of each pet—including dogs, cats, pocket pets, and exotics. From preventive care and wellness exams to advanced diagnostics and surgical procedures, Forest Valley Veterinary Clinic prioritizes the health and well-being of every animal while fostering strong, trusting relationships with pet owners. As a long-standing and trusted part of the local community, they strive to ensure every pet receives the highest standard of care.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role’s requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$27—$32 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.