Relief Veterinary Technician

PriorityPet Urgent Care; Happy Valley (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

CE allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Referral bonus

Job summary

Priority Pet Urgent Care in Happy Valley, OR is seeking relief veterinary technicians and assistants to join a brand new state-of-the-art clinic opening in August 2026. The role supports triage, nursing care, anesthesia, and diagnostic imaging in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate holds a licensed veterinary technician credential with 1+ year of experience and is prepared for evening hours Thu–Mon, with a strong commitment to animal welfare and client communication.

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license; 1+ year professional experience.
• Open to experienced veterinary assistants.
• Punctuality and reliability with shifts.
• Excellent client communication and medical record management.
• Knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventive care, and hospital operations.
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture.
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards.

Responsibilities

• Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases.
• Administration of medications and effective communication of treatment plans with clients.
• Surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
• Adhere to professional ethics and maintain safety in a fast-paced veterinary setting.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure high quality patient care.

Skills

Vet tech license

Client communication

Radiography

Anesthesia monitoring

Hospital operations

Safety in restraint

Education

Licensed veterinary technician

Tools

Radiography equipment

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 the brand new Priority 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 Description

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.

Qualifications

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.

Additional Information

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

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

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/