Certified Veterinary Technician - ICU - Overnight Shift (3/12s! Hiring Bonus!)

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

Job summary

A leading veterinary emergency hospital in Portland is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician for their overnight ICU team. The role involves critical patient care, diagnostic procedures, and supporting pet owners. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The hospital offers competitive pay, a sign-on bonus, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Health insurance

Vision and Dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Disability coverage

PTO

Tuition assistance

Quarterly bonus program

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience required.
• Valid certification as a veterinary technician in Oregon.

Responsibilities

• Triage and assess critical cases.
• Perform diagnostic tests and administer treatments.
• Maintain accurate medical records.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

CPR

Education

Certification as a Veterinary Technician

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 to join our overnight ICU team!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,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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