Certified Veterinary Technician for ICU Day-Shift
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Job Location:
Portland, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) - ICU Day Shift
Bridgetown Veterinary Emergency and Referral (BVER) is a specialty animal hospital located in Portland Oregon. Our hospital team includes highly skilled veterinarians specializing in Emergency/Critical Care Internal Medicine Neurology Surgery Ophthalmology and are supported by dedicated technicians and support staff.
We are hiring Certified Veterinary Technicians to join our ICU team!We are a team of compassionate seasoned veterinary professionals who recognize the absolute necessity for a healthy hospital culture high-standard of patient care and value the importance of team member wellbeing and are looking for people with the same values.
Who are we looking for right now
Bridgetown Veterinary Emergency & Referral is looking for experienced an Certified Veterinary Technician for our ICU department. We are currently seeking coverage for three 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 am to 7:30 pm. Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience required.
Essential Job Functions
- Triage and assessment of cases - including alerting DVM of patients in critical conditions
- Perform diagnostic tests and procedures
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by DVM
- Provide support and education to pet owners
- Maintain accurate medical records
Required Skills
- Valid certification as a veterinary technician in the state of Oregon (CVT)
- Prior experience in an emergency or specialty veterinary hospital required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in fast paced environment and handle stressful situations with composure
- Confident in life saving procedures such as CPR chest taps and urinary deobstruction
- Strong phlebotomy and venipuncture skills advanced catheter and sampling line placement skills preferred
- Assisting and monitoring of surgical and sedated procedures including management of unstable patients. Additional anesthesia training to be provided.
What can BVER offer
- Starting: $32 per hour (based on experience)
- Quarterly bonus program (profit sharing)
- Tuition assistance for further training
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health insurance (HSA and FSA available)
- Vision and Dental insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Disability coverage
- Generous Employee discounts
- PTO
- And more!!
If you think you would be a great fit for our team please send your resume to our ECC Staff Manager Ana Steiner at
ABOUT LAKEFIELD VETERINARY GROUP
We believe exceptional veterinary care starts with exceptional people.
We partner with hospitals across the country to preserve what makes each practice special - its people culture and connection to community - while providing the operational supportand resourcesthat allow teams to thrive.
As we grow wearecommitted to creating an environment where team members feel respected supported and empowered to deliver outstanding care.
Our Values
Our culture is built on five core values that guide how we workand serve:
- Respect
- Learning
- Do theRightThing
- WowService
- Fun
If these resonate with youyoullfit right in.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lakefield Veterinary Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Veterinary Experience
- Animal Care
- Communication skills
- Veterinary Assistant
- Veterinary Technician Experience
- Vital Signs Experience
- Animal Handling
- Animal Restraint
- Experience Administering Injections
- Catheterization
- Medication Administration
- Venipuncture Experience
