An AMAZING opportunity for a Veterinary Technician to join the team at Powell Veterinary Center!

A generous Sign-on bonus is available!!

If you are a registered veterinary technician and love working with animals and are looking to advance your career within the veterinary field, we encourage you to apply to become an integral part of our team. Our staff is comprised of individuals passionate about providing the very best in Veterinary care in order to improve the quality of life for our patients. Are you looking to grow your skills in general practice? We now offer laparoscopic procedures!

Powell Veterinary Center is a progressive veterinary hospital in Portland. We are looking for a full- time skilled Veterinary Technician that enjoys a fast pace environment and problem solving. We pride ourselves in providing a contagious culture and work/life balance for our employees. We are devoted to development and ensure our techs and assistants receive continued training and support.

We offer an incredible benefits package including health, vision, & dental, paid parental leave, matching 401(k), PTO, paid CE PTO, generous pet care discounts, Milestone Achievement Program (bonus program) and much more! See our website for more information: http://www.powellvet.com/

Schedule:

• 8 or 10 hour shifts

• 1-2 years Experience required

Work Location:

• Possible two locations

Our ideal candidate is someone who likes to work hard and strives to provide excellent customer service. Other qualifications include:

• Previous veterinary technician/assistant experience required
• Proficient in IV catheters placement, blood work, and IV, IM and SQ injections
• Proficient in monitoring anesthesia and working with various monitoring equipment
• Team player
• Eager to learn and is self-motivated
• Enjoys a challenging and fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task with a smile

Duties and Responsibilities –

Possess complete understanding of all knowledge required for, and skill set of, an experienced Veterinary Technician or skilled Technician Assistant, expertise may include:

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  Perform Vitals on our patients (TPR, Blood Pressure, etc)
• Give accurate and detailed rounds
• IV catheter placement/Venipuncture
• Set up/Monitor Anesthesia
• Laboratory duties including, but not limited to diagnostic testing
• Knowledge of common medications and precautions when dispensing for home use
• Demonstrate the comprehension and treatment of common emergencies
• Assist with and perform basic and advanced CPR
• Appropriately calculate and set up continuous rate infusions
• Obtain urine samples via cystocentesis
• Surgically prepare patients for minor surgery
• Correctly and safely restrain animals
• Be familiar with common medications used in the hospital
• Perform routine intravenous inductions and intubate anesthetized patients safely. Demonstrate how to check correct positioning and cuff inflation (RVT only)

If you are passionate about providing exceptional pet care as well as customer service and want to work on an amazing team, you found your new home away from home!

Apply today! We look forward to meeting you!