Licensed Veterinary Technician - Columbia River Veterinary Specialists

Columbia River Veterinary Specialists of Vancouver, WA is seeking full-time (or part-time) Licensed Veterinary Technician(s) to grow our Emergency Care team for day and overnight shifts. Here at CRVS we take great pride in providing a friendly, supportive, and enjoyable work environment while the challenges of emergency veterinary medicine allow employees to sharpen their skills.

Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) provide patient care for medical and surgical patients at CRVS. They are responsible for working in all areas of the hospital, including but not limited to all aspects of patient care, anesthetic induction and monitoring and providing leadership in the hospital. The LVT is expected to be a leader in the hospital and assist the DVM in organizing patient flow, monitoring treatments, and acting as the Charge Nurse in their respective areas when appropriate.

At CRVS, we experience high volumes of critical/emergent patients - these patients have owners that are under a great deal of emotional stress. It is important to have skills necessary to not only handle critical or aggressive patients, but also communicate effectively and kindly with owners.

Our Team

CRVS has been an established emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in the Vancouver/Portland area for over 30 years, providing emergency, critical care and specialty services for community pets and their owners.  Our team of dedicated veterinary professionals share a collective philosophy and mission to provide pets with state-of-the-art care and service.  We work together to make sure your pet only receives exceptional and specialized care, regardless of the complexity and severity of their health issues.  Our specialty services include Surgery, Ophthalmology, Critical Care and Internal Medicine.

Signing Bonus Eligibility:

• Up to $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Must commit to a full-time schedule
• Requires a one-year commitment
• Bonus is subject to repayment if employment ends before the one-year anniversary

Successful Candidates will possess the following skills and knowledge (or have the ability to learn):

• Function as charge nurse in respective department/area.
• Provide excellent documentation including client communications, treatments, anesthetic monitoring, and controlled drug logs (Cubex)
• Ability to give clear and concise rounds with relevant patient information
• Educate other staff members with your skills/knowledge whenever possible
• Proficient in phlebotomy, cystocentesis, canine urinary catheter placement and NG tube placement.
• Able to perform treatments/fluid therapy when given dose
• Ability to perform CPR including chest compressions, intubation, and breath administration. Direct others during a code.
• Ability to collect vital, pertinent information from distraught owners when patients are critical.
• Ability to perform advanced laboratory skills including cell morphology review, urine dry prep slide review and fecal review.
• Excellent/effective triage skills including being able to communicate with client status of patient and treatments we are implementing
• Ability to perform phone triage confidently, kindly, and effectively with clients.
• Start immediate stabilization on patients under doctor direction
• Understand relevant CBC/CHEM values
• Understand the use, common doses and contraindications of all medications administered
• Blood transfusion therapy including collection, administration, and transfusion reactions
• Albumin/Plasma transfusion therapy including administration and transfusion reactions
• Identify obvious murmurs, arrythmias and pulse deficits
• Excellent anesthetic skills with knowledge of common side effects and immediate actions necessary to combat them.
• Ability to monitor and record sedation/anesthetic events with confidence
• Know anesthetic medications, their normal range for dosing, side effects, and contraindications

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Licensed Veterinary Technician in Washington or ability to become Licensed in the State of Washington if licensed in another state within 90 days of hire
• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication skills
• The ability to lift, push and pull up to 40lbs
• Ability to withstand long hours of standing, squatting, kneeling and walking
• Basic computer skills
• Adapt to an ever-changing work environment
• Maintain objectivity during highly stressful/emotional situations
• Keep a positive and professional demeanor during interactions with clients and team members, leading by example

We Offer our LVTs:

• Competitive Hourly Wage
• Overnight Shift Differential Pay
• Excellent Work-Life Balance with consistent 3-12 or 4-10 shifts (for FT)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance – with company contribution HSA account
• 401k with employer contribution
• Paid Time Off/Holiday Pay
• Annual Licensure and CE Reimbursement
• Generous Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Our Community:

Nestled along the north banks of the Columbia River across from Portland, the City of Vancouver boasts an urban feel but with plenty of rural access to the bounty of outdoor activities people yearn for in the Pacific Northwest!  With close proximity to the Portland Metro area, and a robust offering of services right here in Vancouver, you can enjoy a wide variety of social activities including great restaurants, theaters, parks and recreation as well as a diverse culture.  Within easy driving distance, you can also explore Washington and Oregon coastal communities and beaches, rivers, lakes and the many mountains of the Cascade range, including the historic Mt. Saint Helens Volcanic area.  Vancouver is also family friendly with great schools, safe neighborhoods and a great quality of life.

Join the PetVet Care Center Team!

CRVS is a proud member of the PetVet Care Center Team!  PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation's leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians. Since its inception, PetVet has been structured around a model that is focused on developing a partnership between the hospitals and the company and providing the highest quality medicine and service.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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***ILWUL Local 5 is the representing union for employees at the Columbia River Veterinary Specialists located at 6607 NE 84^th St., Vancouver, WA 98665.