Relief Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health; Happy Valley (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

Liability insurance

401k & matching

Life insurance

HSA/FSA

Paid time off

Bereavement leave

Parental leave

Continuing education

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Referral bonus

Pet discounts

Job summary

Alliance Animal Health is opening a new Priority Pet Urgent Care in Happy Valley, OR, August 2026. We’re seeking relief veterinary technicians and assistants to join a state-of-the-art clinic delivering urgent care from Thursday through Monday, 3 pm–11 pm, to support our team and the local community.

The ideal candidate has an active veterinary technician license (or relevant experience as a veterinary assistant), strong client communication, and proficiency in restraint, lab work, imaging,

Qualifications

• Active veterinary technician license
• Minimum 1+ year professional experience
• Open to experienced veterinary assistants

Responsibilities

• Restrain pets and triage patients
• Collect and analyze lab samples
• Perform diagnostic imaging and nursing care
• Administer medications and communicate treatment plans
• Prepare for and assist in surgery, monitor anesthesia
• Maintain medical records and client communication

Skills

Licensed Vet Tech

Veterinary Assistant

Punctuality

Client communication

Lab procedures

Radiography

Anesthesia

Surgical support

Animal restraint

Medical records

Education

Certified Vet Tech credential

Job description

Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners? We are excited to announce thebrand newPriority Pet Urgent Care state of the art clinic here in Happy Valley, OR opening in August of 2026!

We’ll be available for urgent care pet needs Thursday - Monday from 3 pm – 11 pm. We are eager and ready to serve the local community and their pets and are currently looking for relief veterinary technicians and assistants to help our team provide excellent medical care!

The Priority Pet Urgent Care mission is committed to providing easy-to-access quality care with a promise to our clients that their pets are our priority. We value teamwork, compassion, and excellence, offering a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development.

We look forward to connecting!

To learn more about us, please visit our website at https://prioritypeturgentcare.com

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

We’re Looking For:

• A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience
  • We are also open to considering experienced veterinary assistants for this position
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

**This is a relief position that does not provide full-time or part-time hour requirements**

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available(i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit:https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/