Certified Veterinary Technician - ER

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician - ER to join their team. This role involves triaging cases, performing diagnostic tests, and administering treatments. We offer a competitive pay range from $30 to $42 per hour, along with a $5,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and tuition assistance.

Benefits

Quarterly bonus program

$5,000 sign on bonus

Tuition assistance

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO

Qualifications

• Prior experience in an emergency or specialty veterinary hospital required.
• Assisting and monitoring of surgical and sedated procedures.

Responsibilities

• Triage and assessment of cases, alerting DVM of critical patients.
• Perform diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by DVM.
• Provide support and education to pet owners.
• Maintain accurate medical records.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in fast paced environment

Confident in life saving procedures

Strong phlebotomy and venipuncture skills

Education

Valid certification as a veterinary technician in Oregon (CVT)

Job description

Overview

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Pay Range

Lakefield Veterinary Group provided pay range. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay: $30.00/hr - $42.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Triage and assessment of cases - including alerting DVM of patients in critical conditions
• Perform diagnostic tests and procedures
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by DVM
• Provide support and education to pet owners
• Maintain accurate medical records

Qualifications

• Valid certification as a veterinary technician in the state of Oregon (CVT)
• Prior experience in an emergency or specialty veterinary hospital required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in fast paced environment and handle stressful situations with composure
• Confident in life saving procedures such as CPR, chest taps, and urinary deobstruction
• Strong phlebotomy and venipuncture skills, advanced catheter and sampling line placement skills preferred
• Assisting and monitoring of surgical and sedated procedures, including management of unstable patients. Additional anesthesia training to be provided.

Benefits

• Starting: $30+ per hour (based on experience) + $5 differential between 10p-6a
• $5,000 sign on bonus! (for certain positions)
• Quarterly bonus program (profit sharing)
• Tuition assistance for further training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health insurance (HSA and FSA available)
• Vision and Dental insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Disability coverage
• Employee discounts
• PTO

Contact

If you think you would be a great fit for our team, please send your resume and cover letter to Katie Olsen! All communication is confidential.

Email: [e-mail]

Call: [phone]

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industry: Veterinary Services