Do you want to be treated like a valued medical professional and an invaluable part of the veterinary team? Are you looking for a hospital that invests in you and cares about you, where you don’t feel like just another body? If you are looking to learn and grow and want to be a part of a team that is growing alongside you then keep on reading!

Canyon Pet Hospital is currently seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team in Beaverton, OR! We are growing and so have our staffing needs. We are looking for a self-starter who wants to be a part of our new journey as we begin anew.

In this position your primary role will be supporting our doctors by assisting with procedures and services and establishing a rapport with our clients and patients. We are looking for someone who shares our passion for FUN, LEARNING, RESPECT, WOW SERVICE and DO THE RIGHT THING.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Assist the doctor in surgical and dental procedures, administer required pre-surgical medication and prepare pets for surgery, and monitor vital signs of pets during surgery and recovery

• Prepare patient, medications, and equipment for surgery or sedative procedures

• Perform dental prophylaxis, venipunctures, catheterization, and other procedures

• Administer injections, vaccinations, medications, and anesthesia under minimal supervision with the direction of a Veterinarian

• Perform X-rays, EKG, and Ultrasound and provide results to the Veterinarian

• Perform drug dosage calculations and fill prescriptions under the direction of a Veterinarian

• Perform laboratory tests on samples and update the patient’s medical chart

• Obtain and prepare various samples including blood, urine, and fecal samples for diagnostic testing.

• Provide compassionate, professional, efficient, quality medical care and exceptional service to clients while having fun and learning.

• Obtain patient medical history from the client, observe pet’s behavior, collect patient vitals, and restrain pets during exams as needed.

• Create and maintain patient medical records and documentation

• Educate clients about pet health needs, nutrition, and preventative care

• Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork

This position is ideal for someone who likes to be busy and has a variety of duties and responsibilities. This position requires adaptability, innovative thinking, and interpersonal skills to be successful in a team environment.

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• Associate’s Degree from a two-year veterinary technology program with accreditation from the American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA).

Professional Licenses/Certifications:

• State-recognized veterinary technician certification (CVT, LVT, or RVT) with credential in good standing

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of experience as a technician in a veterinary practice

What you'll get:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Plan (voluntary)

• Company Paid Life Insurance

• Competitive compensation (DOE)

• Paid Time Off

• Generous personal pet care discounts

• Flexible hours - part time or fulltime opportunities!

• Pet Bereavement Leave

• Collaborative family of people who live our core values and have your back

• Uniform allowance

• Professional development assistance

• Paid parental leave

• Management that actively listens and is transparent

• A belief and practice that “You can’t pour from an empty cup”

If you have lost sight of why you got into this field, let this be the last job interview you ever have. If you think that you would be a good match for our team, apply today!