Certified Veterinary Technician
Description
Certified Veterinary Technician
Portland, OR
More than a word, care is present in everything you do. At Powell Veterinary Center- Westmoreland, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we take action to empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself.
We are a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you’ll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other through laughter and empathy.
And, we have plenty of fun along the way!
Who we are
At Powell Veterinary Center- Westmoreland, you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, establishing long-term relationships with clients, while having the opportunity and support of a united network.
We provide low-stress primary care for cats and dogs in the SE Portland area. We are proud to be not only AAHA certified, but also a Certified Cat Friendly Practice. Our focus is the celebration of the human/pet bond and all the joy it brings to life. We know that your pets are part of your family, so we treat them like they are part of ours!
Provide your best care with more bridges and fewer barriers.
Powell Veterinary Center- Westmoreland is looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.
As a Veterinary Technician, you’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.
Role Responsibilities:
- Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
- With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
- Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act, as outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
- Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
- Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
- Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
- Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
- Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.
Experience & Skills Requirements:
- At least 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician
- Proficiency in dental care
- Superior customer service
- Leadership experience
- Able to explain doctor recommendations
- Flexible schedule
- Self-motivated
- Team player
- Current Oregon Veterinary Technician licensure
- Good sense of humor
You’ll Grow With Us
Here, you can grow your career as best suits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:
- Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
- Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
- A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
- Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians
- Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement
And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.
Benefits – our care in action
We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial well-being, designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:
- Paid time off , including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
- Top-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a health savings account and a flexible spending account
- Pet perks , including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
- Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
- Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy sessions
- 401 (k) with employer contribution and no waiting period
- Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete
- Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program
and so much more!
Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience, with an hourly pay range from $30 - $34 / hour. The actual rate offered will be carefully considered in a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.