Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary AssistantVista Pet Hospital is Hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant!Role: Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary AssistantStatus: Full-TimeSalary: $28.00–$40.00/hr, negotiable and based on experience and credentialsExperience: Previous veterinary hospital experience required; dental prophylaxis and dental radiograph experience strongly preferredCredential: Oregon Certified Veterinary Technician licensure or eligibility preferred (license reimbursement provided); experienced veterinary assistants are encouraged to applyBenefits HighlightsFinancial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonusesWellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discountsProfessional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowanceLifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount programLove dentistry, client communication, and collaborative medicine, and want a team where your skills are fully used?Vista Pet Hospital is a fast-paced, three-doctor practice committed to exceptional care for pets and their families. We're looking for a friendly, motivated Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant with a strong interest in dentistry, anesthesia, and client communication.In this role, you'll take the lead in our dental suite and work closely with our Chief of Staff to keep clients informed and supported. Whether you're obtaining full-mouth dental radiographs, monitoring anesthesia, or helping rescue pets get the care they need, you'll put your skills to work every day alongside a team that values collaboration and mentorship.Why You'll Love It HereA dental focus. Grow your dental skills, from prophylaxis and charting to full-mouth radiographs.A busy surgical caseload. Our partnership with local rescue organizations brings a high volume of spay and neuter procedures.Work closely with leadership. As a Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant here, you'll partner directly with our Chief of Staff on client care and follow-up.A path to certification. License and VTNE exam fee reimbursement support assistants working toward their Oregon CVT credential.Mentorship and support. Every Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant here learns from an experienced, collaborative team.Little extras. Occasional team lunches and coffee runs to celebrate your hard work.What You'll DoPerform and support dental prophylaxis, including scaling, polishing, and chartingObtain high-quality full-mouth dental radiographs and help with documentationPrepare and maintain the dental suite, equipment, and instrumentsMonitor patients under anesthesia and support safe induction and recoveryAssist with dental extractions under the immediate supervision of a licensed veterinarianPerform venipuncture (jugular, cephalic, and saphenous) and place IV cathetersRestrain patients for radiographs, ultrasound, sample collection, and procedures, using Fear Free techniques whenever possibleAdminister medications and vaccines as directed, and fill prescriptions accuratelyAdmit, room, and discharge patients per veterinarian ordersSupport the Chief of Staff with client follow-up by phone, text, and email about diagnostics, treatment plans, and estimatesEducate clients on dental disease, home care, vaccines, and next steps, with compassion during difficult momentsMaintain accurate medical records in eVet/PulseKeep kennels, exam rooms, and the surgical and dental suites clean, stocked, and readySome duties, including anesthesia induction, dental extractions, and rabies vaccinations, are performed by Certified Veterinary Technicians as permitted under Oregon regulations. Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities.What You'll BringPrevious veterinary hospital experienceOregon Certified Veterinary Technician licensure or eligibility, or experience as a veterinary assistantExperience with dental prophylaxis and dental radiographs strongly preferredBasic knowledge of drug calculationsStrong communication skills and the ability to anticipate patient and doctor needsComfort with frequent client communication and medical follow-upAbility to multitask and work independently or as part of a teamCompassion for animals and empathy for their familiesExperience with eVet/Pulse is a plusAbility to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistanceVeterinary technician licensure is welcomed but not requiredBenefits You Can't BeatFinancial BenefitsA flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (full-time only)529 Savings PlanTuition Support ProgramReferral bonus programWellness BenefitsHealth insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.Sick Time / Paid Time OffFree or discounted lab work for all employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount programWorkplace BenefitsQuarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramState veterinary technician license reimbursementVTNE exam fee reimbursementProfessional development opportunitiesContinuing education allowanceUniform allowanceLifestyle BenefitsSix paid holidays (full-time only)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount programJoin Our Team!You miss every chance you don't take! If you're a Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant who loves dentistry, patient care, and helping clients feel supported, we'd love to meet you.Apply today and join the team at Vista Pet Hospital!Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Vista Pet Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.