What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Veterinary Technician/Experienced Veterinary Assistant position at The Dalles Veterinary Hospital?
The Dalles Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team.
We are a privately owned, established small animal practice serving The Dalles and the surrounding Columbia Gorge community. We are looking for someone who is dependable, motivated, works well as part of a team, and is comfortable in a busy veterinary hospital environment.
Responsibilities
Depending on experience and licensure, responsibilities may include:
- Assisting veterinarians with appointments and treatments
- Obtaining patient histories and TPRs
- Blood draws and IV catheter placement
- Running in-house bloodwork and urinalysis
- Preparing and administering medications and injections
- Filling prescriptions
- Taking radiographs
- Surgical preparation and patient monitoring
- Dental procedures and dental radiographs
- Patient restraint and handling
- Preparing treatment plans and estimates
- Maintaining accurate medical records
- Cleaning, stocking, and maintaining treatment and exam areas
- Educating clients regarding medications, treatments, and discharge instructions
We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous veterinary hospital experience
- Is comfortable handling dogs and cats
- Has strong communication and customer service skills
- Can work efficiently while maintaining attention to detail
- Is dependable and ready to work as part of a team
- Is willing to continue learning and expanding their technical skills
- Can take initiative and recognize what needs to be done without constant direction
Oregon CVT licensure is preferred for technician applicants, but experienced Veterinary Assistants are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- Employer-paid health insurance for eligible full-time employees
- SIMPLE IRA with 3% employer match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Continuing education and professional development assistance
- Employee pet discounts
- Uniform allowance
- Opportunities for continued training and advancement
- Competitive pay based on experience, skill level, and licensure
About Us
The Dalles Veterinary Hospital has been serving the community since 1968. Our hospital offers preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, digital and dental radiography, ultrasound, and a full IDEXX in-house laboratory.
We value employees who take pride in their work, support their coworkers, and want to continue building their veterinary skills.
If you are an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Certified Veterinary Technician looking for a long-term position with an established veterinary practice, we would like to hear from you.
Pay: $17.50 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $30