Certified Veterinary Technician - ICU

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

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking compassionate Certified Veterinary Technicians to join their dedicated team in Portland. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, providing critical care and support to animals in need. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and a healthy hospital culture, you'll thrive in an environment that values both professional growth and personal well-being. Enjoy a competitive salary, a generous sign-on bonus, and a range of benefits including tuition assistance and health insurance. If you're passionate about animal care and looking for a rewarding career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Quarterly bonus program

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

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience required.
• Strong phlebotomy and venipuncture skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Triage and assess cases, alerting DVM of critical patients.
• Perform diagnostic tests and administer medications.
• Provide support and education to pet owners.

Skills

Valid certification as a veterinary technician in Oregon (CVT)

Experience in emergency or specialty veterinary hospital

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Life-saving procedures (CPR, chest taps)

Phlebotomy and venipuncture skills

Assisting in surgical procedures

Job description

$5000 SIGN-ON BONUS!!

Bridgetown Veterinary Emergency and Referral (BVER) is a specialty animal hospital located in Portland Oregon. Our hospital team includes highly skilled veterinarians specializing in Emergency/Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Surgery, Ophthalmology and are supported by dedicated technicians and support staff.

We are hiring Certified Veterinary Technicians who are looking for a wonderful place to grow and have fun! We are a team of compassionate, seasoned veterinary professionals who recognize the absolute necessity for a healthy hospital culture, high-standard of patient care and value the importance of team member wellbeing – and are looking for people with the same values.

Who are we looking for right now?

Bridgetown Veterinary Emergency & Referral is looking forexperienced an overnight Certified Veterinary Technician, for our ICU department. We are currently seeking coverage for three 12-hour overnight shifts, scheduled Thursday through Saturday from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Minimum of 2years of ICUexperience required.

Essential Job Functions

• 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

Required Skills

• 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.

What can BVER offer?

• Starting: $35+ per hour (based on experience) + $5 differential between 10p-6a
• $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
• 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
• And more!!

If you think you would be a great fit for our team, please send your resume and cover letter to Katie Olsen, our hiring manager.

All communication is confidential.

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