Washington County·Hillsboro, Oregon
The Veterinary Technician will assist the Shelter Veterinarian with medical procedures and daily functions of the shelter, including animal care and triage. Responsibilities also include maintaining equipment, stock supplies, and participating in emergency response activities.
This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the closing date listed above.
Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
$28.58 - $34.77 Hourly
Department: Health and Human Services
Washington County Animal Services, located at the Bonnie L.
Hays Small Animal Shelter in Hillsboro, Oregon [https://www.washingtoncountyor.gov/animal-services] has an exceptional opportunity for a Certified Veterinary Technician to perform specialized technical work related to the medical care and treatment of animals in our veterinary clinic.
In this role, you will assist the Shelter Veterinarian with medical procedures and the day-to-day functions of the shelter involving animal care, anesthesia, triage, and population medicine.
You will maintain equipment and stock supplies used for medical care and husbandry of animals housed at the shelter.
You will also triage animal emergencies and transport animals to other facilities or veterinary clinics.
You will participate in daily cleaning, husbandry, training of volunteers/other staff, protocol development, and safety activities as needed.
Additionally, you will respond to County requests for emergency response during emergency activation.
If you are passionate about your career and contributions that you make on a day-to-day basis providing medical care and treatment to animals and have considered continuing your profession in the public sector within a municipal animal shelter, your talents will bring value to the services we provide to animals and people residing in Washington County. You will be a part of collaborative efforts with community partners throughout the Portland metropolitan area. Through outreach and education, we are working together to prevent animals from needing our services in the first place, and just as significant, providing excellent care and shelter to the animals that do come to us.
Effective 2/11/2026, this recruitment will open continuous until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the posting may be closed at any time without further notice. Washington County reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.
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It is anticipated that the first initial application screening will start on 2/26/2026. This posting will remain open, and applications received after the initial screening date may be considered if needed. **
Veterinary Technician [https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cowashingtonor/classspecs/104273].
Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter [https://www.washingtoncountyor.gov/animal-services] cares for lost animals, finds homes for abandoned pets, licenses dogs, enforces animal cruelty laws and protects our citizens from dangerous animals. Last year, we provided care for stray and injured animals in our shelter, responded to more than 7,000 citizen calls, answered over 50,000 phone calls from community members and maintained some of the highest return-to-owner rates in the country! We work closely with our animal welfare partners to place animals in new homes with fantastic success and many happy placement stories.
Washington County is the second largest county in Oregon with a population of more than 601,500 people. We provide services for an estimated 145,000 dogs and 115,000 cats and their owners in an area that encompasses 727 square miles.
You can review our standard selection process here [https://www.washingtoncountyor.gov/hr/documents/selection-process-overview/download?inline].
Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.
Questions?
Yeji_Seo@washingtoncountyor.gov
Candidates must have two years of professional training in the animal health field and two years of work experience in an animal health-related field. A Certified Veterinary Technician license and a valid driver's license are required upon hire.
Market context
Veterinary technician openings in Oregon are often driven by steady demand in clinics, hospitals, and specialty practices, especially for candidates with an active CVT, RVT, or LVT credential. These roles can be competitive because employers look for strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential status and tailor your application to the specific clinical environment.
