CVT — Surgery, Anesthesia & Dentistry Leader

Vista Pet Hospital; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Roth retirement plan

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Referral bonus

Pet discounts

Job summary

Vista Pet Hospital in Portland, OR is seeking a skilled Certified Veterinary Technician to join a four-doctor team. The CVT will manage anesthesia, dentistry, client education, and stress-free patient experiences while collaborating with an experienced veterinary team.

The role requires Oregon CVT licensure or eligibility, a passion for surgical care, and a dedication to high-quality animal care. Competitive benefits and ongoing learning opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Current Oregon CVT licensure or eligibility.
• Fast-paced hospital with a busy surgical caseload.
• Passion for anesthesia, dentistry, and patient advocacy.
• Strong technical skills and ability to anticipate needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and client communication skills.
• Motivated, self-starting attitude with organizational skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Compassion for animals and empathy for their families.
• Experience with vet software; eVet/Pulse a plus.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Induce, monitor, and recover surgical patients.
• Record and monitor patient vital signs during anesthesia and recovery.
• Administer topical, oral, injectable, and IV medications as directed.
• Operate digital radiography and other diagnostic imaging equipment.
• Perform dental prophylaxis using ultrasonic equipment per Oregon regs.
• Assist with dental extractions under supervision of a licensed vet.
• Administer rabies vaccinations under direct supervision.
• Assist with implantation of identification devices under supervision.
• Collaborate with doctors and teammates to ensure exceptional patient and client experiences.
• Provide compassionate client education, especially during emotional situations.
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation.
• Support efficient hospital workflow.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Fast-paced hospital experience

Anesthesia & dentistry passion

Patient advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

Oregon CVT licensure or eligible

Oregon veterinary technician licensure

Tools

eVet/Pulse software

Job description

Vista Pet Hospital in Portland, OR is seeking a skilled Certified Veterinary Technician to join a four-doctor team. The CVT will manage anesthesia, dentistry, client education, and stress-free patient experiences while collaborating with an experienced veterinary team.

The role requires Oregon CVT licensure or eligibility, a passion for surgical care, and a dedication to high-quality animal care. Competitive benefits and ongoing learning opportunities are offered.