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Certified Veterinary Technician - ER

Lakefield Veterinary Group
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 2/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2025

Bridgetown Veterinary Emergency and Referral (BVER) is a specialty animal hospital located in Portland Oregon. Our hospital team includes highly skilled veterinarians specializing in Emergency / Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Surgery, Ophthalmology and are supported by dedicated technicians and support staff.

We are hiring Certified Veterinary Technicians who are looking for a wonderful place to grow and have fun! We are a team of compassionate, seasoned veterinary professionals who recognize the absolute necessity for a healthy hospital culture, high-standard of patient care and value the importance of team member wellbeing – and are looking for people with the same values.

Who are we looking for right now?

Bridgetown Veterinary Emergency & Referral is looking for experienced Certified Veterinary Technicians, for our ER department. Our ER department offers 4–10-hour shifts; Wednesday-Saturday. Minimum 3 years of ER experience required.

Essential Job Functions

  • Triage and assessment of cases - including alerting DVM of patients in critical conditions
  • Perform diagnostic tests and procedures
  • Administer medications and treatments as directed by DVM
  • Provide support and education to pet owners
  • Maintain accurate medical records

Required Skills

  • Valid certification as a veterinary technician in the state of Oregon (CVT)
  • Prior experience in an emergency or specialty veterinary hospital required
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment and handle stressful situations with composure
  • Confident in life saving procedures such as CPR, chest taps, and urinary deobstruction
  • Strong phlebotomy and venipuncture skills, advanced catheter and sampling line placement skills preferred
  • Assisting and monitoring of surgical and sedated procedures, including management of unstable patients. Additional anesthesia training to be provided.
  • What can BVER offer?

  • Starting : $30 per hour (based on experience) $5 differential between 10p-6a
  • 5,000 sign on bonus! (for certain positions)
  • Quarterly bonus program (profit sharing)
  • Tuition assistance for further training
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Health insurance (HSA and FSA available)
  • Vision and Dental insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Disability coverage
  • Employee discounts
  • If you think you would be a great fit for our team, please reach out to Taylor Moulton, our ECC support staff manager.

    All communication is confidential.

    Email : taylor.moulton@bridgetownvet.com

    Call : (503) 489-9535

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