Emergency Technician Supervisor - Columbia River Veterinary Specialists

Emergency Technician Supervisor Columbia River Veterinary Specialists of Vancouver, WA is seeking full‑time (or part‑time) Licensed Veterinary Technician(s) to grow our Emergency Care team for day and overnight shifts. Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) provide patient care for medical and surgical patients, work in all areas of the hospital, and assist the DVM in organizing patient flow, monitoring treatments, and acting as the Charge Nurse when appropriate. Position Overview LVTs are expected to serve as leaders in the hospital, helping to maintain a supportive environment while handling critical/emergent patients. Skills needed include handling aggressive animals, communicating effectively with owners under stress, and managing high‑volume patient care in an emergency setting. Signing Bonus Eligibility Up to $3,000 Sign‑On Bonus Must commit to a full‑time schedule Requires a one‑year commitment Bonus is subject to repayment if employment ends before the one‑year anniversary Essential Functions Function as charge nurse in the respective department/area. Provide excellent documentation, including client communications, treatments, anesthetic monitoring, and controlled drug logs (Cubex). Conduct clear and concise rounds with relevant patient information. Educate other staff members with your skills and knowledge whenever possible. Proficient in phlebotomy, cystocentesis, canine urinary catheter placement, and NG tube placement. Perform treatments/fluid therapy when given a dose. Perform CPR, including chest compressions, intubation, and breath administration; direct others during a code. Collect vital information from distraught owners when patients are critical. Perform advanced laboratory skills, including cell morphology review, urine dry‐prep slide review, and fecal review. Exhibit excellent/effective triage skills and communicate treatment status to clients. Conduct phone triage confidently, kindly, and effectively. Start immediate stabilization on patients under doctor direction. Understand relevant CBC/CHEM values. Understand use, common doses, and contraindications of all medications administered. Administer blood transfusion therapy, including collection, administration, and transfusion reactions. Administer albumin/plasma transfusion therapy, including maintaining transfusion reactions. Identify obvious murmurs, arrhythmias, and pulse deficits. Demonstrate excellent anesthetic skills with knowledge of common side effects and immediate actions necessary to mitigate them. Monitor and record sedation/anesthetic events with confidence. Know anesthetic medications, normal dosing ranges, side effects, and contraindications. The list of essential functions, as outlined in this job description, represents the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Licensed Veterinary Technician in Washington or ability to become licensed in the state within 90 days of hire. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 40 lbs. Must be able to withstand long hours of standing, squatting, kneeling, and walking. Basic computer skills. Adapt to an ever‑changing work environment. Maintain objectivity during highly stressful or emotional situations. Keep a positive and professional demeanor when interacting with clients and team members, and lead by example. Competencies Leadership skills. Time management. Organization skills. Interpersonal skills. Multi‑tasking and setting priorities. Empathy. Schedule Three 12‑hour overnight shifts per week or four 10‑hour overnight shifts per week, depending on the needs of the role. Pay Range $37 – $40 USD per hour. PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V. #J-18808-Ljbffr PetVet Care Centers