Veterinary Technician - Cinder Rock Veterinary Clinic

Cinder Rock Veterinary Clinic Inc; Redmond (OR); On-site; USD 31,615 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

CE stipends and career development resources

Grant Circle – relief fund

Job summary

Cinder Rock Veterinary Clinic Inc in Redmond, Oregon, is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician. You will be responsible for providing exceptional veterinary care and support in a collaborative team environment. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, at least two years of experience in veterinary care, and must be a certified technician. The role involves patient care, assisting in surgeries, and maintaining medical records. A competitive pay rate of $22.95 - $24 per hour is offered along with a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care.
• Experience in small animal clinics preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by administering medications and vaccines.
• Maintain a safe, hygienic environment by sanitizing instruments.

Skills

Veterinary care

Customer service

Compassion

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Job description

Veterinary Technician - Cinder Rock Veterinary Clinic

PetVet Care Centers' Cinder Rock Veterinary Clinic seeks a Veterinary Technician to join our team in Redmond, Oregon. The role supports hospital operations by providing dedicated veterinary care and exceptional service to patients and clients.

Position Overview

As a Veterinary Technician, you will assist in animal care, diagnostics, and surgical procedures. Responsibilities include determining animal requirements, conducting examinations, assisting during surgeries, providing nursing care, managing medical supplies, maintaining patient records, and ensuring a safe, hygienic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations, interviews, reviewing care plans, completing laboratory tests, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling supplies, securing patients, restraining, and aiding as directed by the veterinarian.
• Apply full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and equipment usage for patient care.
• Obtain and verify medications; administer controlled drugs with proper documentation.
• Maintain a safe, hygienic environment by sanitizing instruments and areas, verifying shelf life, and following regulations.
• Document patient conditions and updates in the database accurately and timely.
• Communicate status to pet owners as directed.
• Maintain equipment function and perform preventive maintenance.
• Manage inventory, place orders, verify receipts.
• Continuously update job knowledge through education.
• Release pets to owners ensuring cleanliness and grooming.
• Follow oral and written directions; perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
• Preferably with experience in small animal clinic.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) as required by state.
• Equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience may be considered.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Displays compassion and builds rapport.
• Cooperates with team to meet goals.
• Demonstrates dependability in completing tasks.
• Proactively seeks opportunities to address work activities.
• Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities.
• Communicates effectively.
• Provides outstanding customer service.
• Organizes and pays attention to detail.
• Follows standard procedures consistently.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 4‑10 hour days.

What We Offer

• 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 and 24/7 EAP.
• CE stipends and career development resources.
• Grant Circle – relief fund for personal hardship.
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources.

Pay Range

$22.95 – $24 USD per hour.

Location

Cinder Rock Veterinary Clinic, Redmond, Oregon.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.