Emergency Veterinarian - Cascade Veterinary Referral Center

Cascade Veterinary Referral Center; Tigard (OR); Vor Ort; USD 175.000 - 200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Signing bonus up to $75,000

Relocation package

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Wellbeing support – Calm app 24/7 EAP

CE stipends and career development

Grant Circle relief fund

Local hospital culture backed by nat'l

Zusammenfassung

Cascade Veterinary Referral Center in Tigard, Oregon seeks a compassionate Emergency Veterinarian to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide high‑quality veterinary care and build lasting client relationships, working with veterinary doctors, technicians, and support staff.

You will collaborate with Hospital and Regional Managers in a state‑of‑the‑art facility equipped with CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, and surgical suites. A strong commitment to patient welfare and teamwork is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university.
• Current State Veterinary License.
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained.
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary emergency practice.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills; excellent surgical and dental skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.

Aufgaben

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups.
• Client communication and education.
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery.
• Maintaining accurate medical records.
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications and protocols.
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency.
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities.
• Evaluate and monitor hospital protocols from intake to discharge.
• Monitor cases and attend daily rounds when possible.
• Participate in practice management updates and training.

Kenntnisse

Diagnostic skills

Surgical skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Clinical judgment

Ausbildung

DVM or VMD degree

Current State Veterinary License

DEA registration

1+ years ER experience

Jobbeschreibung

Emergency Veterinarian - Cascade Veterinary Referral Center

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 400 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Emergency Veterinarian to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Manager.

Cascade Veterinary Referral Center in Tigard, Oregon is a state‑of‑the‑art facility featuring an open, naturally lit reception and treatment area and 3 separate surgery suites. We are equipped with an on‑site 16 slice spiral CT, rigid and flexible endoscopes, arthroscopy, state of the art ultrasound with a dedicated u/s suite, and digital radiography. There is nearby availability for MRI and we work closely with the local oncologists for oncological and radiation referrals. We put our primary focus on the well‑being of our patients and our staff.

Why Join Us

• Our goal is to treat our veterinary patients with high‑quality, evidence‑based medicine.
• We are a smaller specialty hospital with a boutique family feel.
• We have new, supportive, and energetic leadership and they are working collaboratively together to improve our support staff’s training and schedule so that we can better meet the needs of our doctors, patients, and clients!

In addition to Portland’s cultural amenities and surrounding wine country, food, music, beer, coffee and independent film making, Oregon is an outdoor enthusiast's dream, with the Pacific Coast, Cascade Mountains and High Desert all within a short drive.

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $75,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work‑ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary emergency practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Excellent surgical and dental skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
• Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
• Problem‑Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
• Professionalism: Work as part of a high‑quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
• Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
• Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
• Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.

Pay Range

$175,000 — $200,000 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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Why Consider Our Tigard Hospital?

At Cascade Veterinary Referral Center, our team members all share the same passion for making and keeping animals healthy.

Our hospital truly is an excellent place to work, with a highly skilled team focused on 'best in practice' veterinary care.

We are very supportive of individuals looking to grow their veterinary careers and look forward to hearing from you.

We invite you to explore your veterinary career options with Cascade Veterinary Referral Center, where you'll be a respected member of a team that loves animals and values the contributions from every individual on the team.

• We invite you to explore your veterinary career options with Cascade Veterinary Referral Center, where you'll be a respected member of a team that loves animals and values the contributions from every individual on the team. - Cascade Veterinary Referral Center Team