Experienced Veterinary Assistant or CVT

Job Description

Job Description

Our Clinic:

• Our technicians, receptionists, and doctors are equal team members appreciated as individuals with their own strengths and attributes.
• A friendly, collaborative environment where a sense of humor is encouraged, and employee support is a priority.
• Dedicated clientele that trusts and appreciates the continuity of care we provide for their dogs and cats.
• Their trust lets you practice meaningful medicine.
• We are committed to staying private. You will not have to face a corporate buyout.

The Job

• Flexible schedules with full-time benefits offered on a 3-day work week alternating with a 4-day work week to allow you extra days off (if desired) without a loss of benefits.
• A Part-time position could also be available for the right candidate.
• Some Saturday shifts are required, but they are shorter days on a rotating schedule.
• Medical and Dental Premiums are fully covered with no monthly out-of-pocket cost.
• Paid time off
• At-cost pet care with most laboratory services provided free of charge
• 401k
• Profit-Sharing plan

Beyond these benefits is the benefit of knowing you work at a clinic that truly values patient care. Our doctors do not work on commission, meaning we get to spend each day focusing on how we can best help our clients and patients. We have long-standing relationships with our clients, and we genuinely care about our patients.

Our Candidate:

• At least two years of veterinary experience as assistant.
• Comfortable in an inclusive environment.
• Enjoys client communication and education
• Wants to learn and grow their skills within a supportive team
• Comfortable giving and receiving feedback with a goal of professional growth
• Enthusiastic and kind
• Values working as a team with high levels of technician/assistant utilization
• Interested in finding their perfect fit for long-term employment while developing strong client relationships
• Passionate about continuing education

Requested Skills:

• Confident venipuncture including jugular draws on canine and feline patients
• Basic knowledge of common canine and feline diseases, lab tests, and medications
• Comfortable with low-stress restraint and patient handling
• Confident figuring drug dosages and administering oral, SQ, IM, and IV medications
• Experienced in digital radiology and has an Oregon Radiology Certification (or is willing to get one within three months)
• Effective and compassionate client communication
• Experience with anesthesia, including monitoring, induction, and recovery

If you have these skills and our fun, hard-working team approach that honors you as an individual is appealing, we would love to talk with you!

Benefits:

• 401(k), Roth 401(k) and Profit-Sharing
• Medical and Dental insurance (premiums fully paid by the clinic)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off