Job description

Calling all unicorns… we want YOU!

Columbia River Veterinary Specialists is looking the right fit to add to our unique and rapidly expanding team. Pssst… licensed veterinary technicians, if you have had enough of the same, tired, old job scene and are craving more excitement, this is your opportunity to check out something just a wee bit different where there is never a dull moment and the grass truly is greener!

Our licensed technicians have a vital role in supporting hospital operations by providing dedicated quality care and exceptional service. They gallop along tirelessly and keep up with the fast pace of our hospital.

Do you ensure warm, friendly compassionate care for patients AND clients? Are you confident and comfortable relaying critical medical information with empathy and grace? Do you love teamwork, a sense of personal integrity, and the ability to multitask? Do you possess mythical communication skills that are the envy of others? If this sounds like you, keep reading!

ABOUT US

CRVS is a 24-hour Emergency and Specialty Veterinary hospital with the appropriate amenities for a 15,000 sq. ft. facility featuring 12 exam rooms and 4 surgical suites. We have the same fun toys that the competitors have… digital radiography, in-house lab, ultrasound, MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, high flow oxygen administration, critical care ventilator, blah, blah, blah.

What sets us apart from the rest is our distinctive CULTURE that we have cultivated from the beginning. CRVS is formerly a private practice that has battled fiercely to retain the character that defined us and allowed us to flourish. We are still a tight-knit group that continues proudly working for each other and our local community.

This is not just a job for us… it is a crazy calling, a passion, and an obsession that requires a healthy dose of good humor and unbelievable strength of character. We have fun, find the joy in our daily tasks, laugh and celebrate our wins together.

We value a collaborative environment, quality of work, continuous learning, evolution, mutual respect, and building each other up. Our doctors listen to concerns, are open to suggestions, and support staff on all levels. We have an on-site, progressive, cohesive management team that focuses on supporting team members, encouraging them to communicate suggestions, and empowering them to make decisions. Our seasoned team members enjoy training those that are new and supporting anyone interested in growing their career!

ABOUT OUR AREA

Vancouver is the fourth largest city in the lovely State of Washington and sits on the north bank of the Columbia River directly across from the magical land of Portland, Oregon. A perfect combination of major metropolitan excitement and laid-back small-town charm. We have neighborhood dog parks, outdoor concerts, an annual county fair, farmers markets, standout restaurants foodies clamor for, local craft brew pubs, award-winning wines, and outdoor cafes with some of the best freshly brewed coffee around. If you are looking for a place to put down some serious roots, this would be it!

The beauty of the Pacific Northwest is legendary. Our mild climate paired with plenty of precipitation provides postcard-worthy picture-perfect lakes, rivers, foothills, and mountains with an abundance of green year-round. Our region is home to the iconic Cascade Range including Mt. St. Helens, Adams, and Hood. The Columbia River Gorge lies only 30 minutes east and the Pacific Coast is 90 miles west. Outdoor recreational opportunities are endless. If you enjoy skiing, hiking, boating, fishing, kayaking, climbing, off-roading or golfing, this is where you belong!

Naturally, a generous sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates. We like to keep our prized team of unicorns happy!

Position Overview:

The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. You will assist in providing patient care, conducting examinations, assisting during surgery, providing nursing care, and maintaining patient medical records.

Tasks include:

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients.
• Fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by following documented standards and procedures in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; updates database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ability to demonstrate and follow correct procedures in catheter placement, phlebotomy, emergency medicine, and digital radiology.

Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education, and/or experience.
• Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments performing the above duties.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or the Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred.
• Able to perform moderately physically demanding work, that requires a lot of lifting (up to 50 pounds), cleaning, and constant motion.
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
• Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays.

How to Apply:
Columbia River Veterinary Specialists is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship status, or marital status.

Drug-free workplace. EEOE. Represented by ILWU Local 5.

$7500 Hiring Bonus (ask us for details)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends
• On call

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Experience:

• LVT: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

offroadmanagementgroup.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, offroadmanagementgroup.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, offroadmanagementgroup.com is the ideal place to find your next job.