Veterinary Technician - General Practice

COVE Animal Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 31,684 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

New GP facility

Competitive pay

Job summary

Portland Vet Stroudwater is opening a brand-new general practice in Portland. We seek a licensed veterinary technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) to join a collaborative GP team and deliver high-quality patient and client care from day one.

The role offers a full-time schedule (Mon–Thu, 7:30am–6pm) with potential future adjustments. Starting pay is competitive at $27/hour, with a sign-on bonus based on credentials and experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed/credentialed veterinary technician; very experienced veterinary assistants may also be considered.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in small animal practice including surgery.
• Excellent communication skills with clients and colleagues.
• Comfortable using practice management software and diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with routine general practice procedures: exams, diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, lab work, venipuncture, and catheter placement.
• Assist veterinarians with routine general practice surgeries such as spay/neuter and mass removals.
• Support with patient intake, client communication, and education on treatments.
• Help manage patient flow and appointment coordination in a fast-paced setting.
• Collaborate with the GP team to shape workflows, culture, and best practices from the start.

Skills

Licensed Vet Tech

Client communication

Team collaboration

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia monitoring

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

Practice management software

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Veterinary Technician - General Practice

Join Portland Vet Stroudwater and build something new from day one! As our new GP clinic opens its doors, we’re seeking a licensed or credentialed veterinary technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) to help deliver exceptional patient and client care in a collaborative and expanding environment.

Anticipated Schedule

This is a full-time position

• Flexible 4-day schedule to start, set schedule of Monday - Thursday (7:30am to 6pm) schedule as of September 2026
• Potential for schedule change or start time change in future, or weekend day with growth

Compensation

• Starting at $27/hour, commensurate with experience and licensure

Why Join Us

• Competitive compensation and sign-on bonus based on experience and credentials
• Work in a newly built and equipped GP facility with onsite CBC, chemistries, cytologies, digital radiography and ultrasound.
• Collaborative culture with open communication and shared leadership across roles

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians with routine general practice procedures: exams, diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, lab work, venipuncture, and catheter placement
• Assist veterinarians with routine general practice surgeries such as spay/neuter and mass removals
• Support with patient intake, client communication, and education on treatments
• Help manage patient flow and appointment coordination in a fast-paced setting
• Collaborate with the GP team to shape workflows, culture, and best practices from the start

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a skilled, collaborative veterinary technician who is excited to help build a positive team culture and play an active role in launching a brand-new general practice

• Licensed/Credentialed veterinary technician; very experienced veterinary assistants may also be considered
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in small animal practice including surgery
• Excellent communication skills with clients and colleagues
• Comfortable using practice management software and diagnostic equipment
• Demonstrates compassion, teamwork, initiative, and respect