Veterinary Technician - ER/ICU

Golden State Humane Society; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Portland is seeking an ER/ICU Technician to join their dedicated team. The role offers competitive compensation, sign-on bonuses, and benefits focused on employee wellness, including mental health support. Candidates are expected to provide high-quality emergency care and collaborate in a positive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid disability and life insurance

Continuing Education allowance

Annual merit increases

Wellness benefits including therapy sessions

Qualifications

• Experience as a Veterinary Technician with skills in triage and CPR.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced emergency environment.

Responsibilities

• Triage and obtain patient history.
• Identify patients at risk for arrest and initiate CPR.
• Monitor and care for hospitalized patients.

Skills

CPR

Patient monitoring

IV placement

Team collaboration

Job description

Are you looking for low patient/tech ratios, outstanding medical quality, and a positive culture? If so, we are looking for you!

BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital in NE Portland (Hollywood) is seeking a full-time ER/ICU Technician to join our team.

Qualified candidates are eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus!

Our team is dedicated to redefining what it means to work in Emergency/Specialty Medicine. We prioritize a Culture of respect, compassion, empathy, and inclusivity. Our days are filled with collaboration, laughter, and a highly skilled team of DVMs offering services in Emergency/ICU, Critical Care, Ophthalmology, Surgery, and Internal Medicine. Our support staff includes 4 VTS, experienced CVTs, and an outstanding Teaching Team.

• We offer a sign-on bonus, competitive compensation, weekend & overnight shift differentials, and skills-based training to invest in your professional growth.

BluePearl Pet Hospital is committed to positive mental health for the veterinary industry, with licensed social workers, wellness ambassadors, and company-paid mental health benefits.

As a Veterinary Technician, your responsibilities will include:

• Triage and obtaining patient history
• Identifying patients at risk for arrest and initiating CPR
• Placing peripheral IVCs and advanced catheters such as Central Lines or PICC lines
• Monitoring and caring for hospitalized patients
• Performing diagnostics and outpatient care
• Working alongside skilled technicians and assistants to provide excellent, advanced medicine
• Mentoring and training colleagues
• Nursing critically ill patients back to health and reuniting them with their owners

Join our team of dedicated professionals who prioritize patient care and foster camaraderie through lightheartedness and fun. Together, we can make a difference!

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid STD, LTD, and Life insurance
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and licensing fees
• Access to VETgirl, Vetfolio, and @Dove
• Thousands of CE videos in BluePearl University
• Career development opportunities
• Leveling programs
• In-house CE every Thursday
• Market Trainer with VTS in ECC
• Annual merit increases
• $200 uniform credit
• Wellness benefits, including 12 free therapy sessions, access to BluePearl Social Work, EAP, Wellness Ambassadors, Talkspace, Calm App, and more
• Accrual-based PTO and 48 hours of floating holiday pay
• Trupanion Pet Insurance (BluePearl pays 50% of premiums and deductibles)
• Supplemental voluntary benefits
• Mars, Inc employer benefits

BluePearl is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. Assistance or accommodations during the application process are available upon request. We maintain a drug-free workplace.