The core mission is to support the Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients, aiming to win client confidence to deliver exceptional patient care. Responsibilities include performing technical skills such as venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, and assisting with surgery and dentistry.
Requirements summary
The position seeks an experienced Technician or Veterinary Assistant who possesses a passion for the human-animal bond and is capable of utilizing various technical skills in a fast-paced hospital environment. Experience is implied by the request for an 'experienced Technician or Veterinary Assistant' and the detailed list of required technical skills.
VCA Laurelhurst Animal Hospital is a growing and vibrant 7-doctor, AAHA accredited, small animal practice located in the Laurelhurst area of NE Portland. We are adding a Certified Veterinary Technician to our team! We have been serving the Laurelhurst community and surrounding area for many years. We are a fast-paced, modern, paperless hospital that provides wellness and preventative care, advanced nursing care, digital radiology, ultrasonography, surgery, dentistry, hospitalization, client education, and much more.
Location
2945
NE
Sandy
Blvd,
Portland,
OR 97232
Schedule :
FT
Days 4/10s
Compensation : $ 31 - $ 35 / hr
Why join the
VCA
Laurelhurst
Veterinary
Hospital : We are a supportive team dedicated to providing the highest level of patient and client care. The majority of our doctors & staff are Fear Free Certified. We foster an environment of teamwork, transparency, mutual respect, family and we believe strongly in work/life balance, self-care, and overall support for each other. We are seeking a FT experienced Technician or Veterinary Assistant who a passion for the human-animal bond. Our goal is to provide our veterinary teams with the tools and resources to be successful and to encourage professional growth and learning. We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality. As a member of the VCA Laurelhurst team, you will support the Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to: Venipuncture
catheter placement
radiology
anesthesia monitoring
physical examinations and patient assessment
surgical preparation and assisting
dentistry
laboratory work
pharmacy
patient recovery
compassionate care for our hospitalized patients Client Education Supporting DVM team in outpatient appointments VCA offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and professional development of its associates.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Sick Leave
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
Parental Leave
Legal Resources
Bereavement Leave
Continuing Education Allowance
Pet Care Discounts
Professional Liability Coverage
Student Loan Advisory Services
Key benefits include:
Health &
Well-being:
Mental
Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
Full
Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
Paid
Time
Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
Financial
Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Protection
Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
Perks
Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.
Professional
Development:
Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.
Latest
Tech &
Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.
Sponsorships
Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.
Discounts
Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
Freebies
Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
Programs
Leadership development and mentorship programs.
Additional
Benefits:
Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
Full
Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
Pet
Care
Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
Advisory
Services: Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
Legal
Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.
Transfer
Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities. If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.
