Certified Veterinary Technician - ER

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 who are looking for a wonderful place to grow and have fun! 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 Certified Veterinary Technicians, for our ER department. Our ER department offers 4–10-hour shifts; Sunday-Wednesday and Wednesday-Saturday. Minimum 2-3 years of ER experience preferred. 

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 veterinary hospital preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in fast paced environment and handle stressful situations with composure 
• 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

 

What can BVER offer?

· Starting: $30+ per hour (based on experience) + $5 differential between 10p-6a

· $5,000 sign on bonus! (for certain positions)

· 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

· Employee discounts

· PTO

 

If you think you would be a great fit for our team, please reach out to Taylor Moulton, our ECC support staff manager.

 

All communication is confidential.

Email: [email protected]

Call: (503) 489-9535