Join our Exceptional Team at Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care!
Surgical Veterinary Technician
Take Your Surgical Career to the Next Level.
Are you a Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting and guiding others? Join the Surgical team at Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) and work alongside our Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeons, surgical residents, and surgical interns.
PVESC is growing! Our new 42,000-square-foot hospital is opening soon, creating exciting opportunities to grow your career alongside our expanding specialty services and team. We re committed to exceptional patient care, professional development, and a collaborative, team-focused culture.
What You ll Do
- Support soft tissue, orthopedic, laparoscopic, and neurosurgical procedures
- Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Prepare patients and maintain sterile technique in the OR
- Provide post-operative care, treatments, and documentation
- Collaborate with surgeons, residents, interns, and the surgical team
- Communicate compassionately with clients and advocate for patients
- Support department flow, scheduling, equipment, and surgical supplies
What We re Looking For
- LVT/CVT/RVT; VTS preferred
- Strong anesthesia and surgical experience
- Experienced Veterinary Assistants may be considered
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Team-oriented approach and strong leadership skills
- Passion for learning and advancing surgical care
Schedule & Compensation
- Full-time: Wednesday Saturday, 9:00 AM 7:30 PM or similar, if changed due to hospital needs
- Schedule will be discussed during interview
- Some holidays required
- $25 $38/hour, based on experience and licensure
- Higher range available for VTS
- Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus based on experience and credentials
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- PTO, holiday pay, and paid volunteer hours
- 401(k) with employer match
- Uniform allowance and personal pet discount
- Paid continuing education and professional development
Ready to elevate your surgical skills and lead in a high-performance specialty environment? Join PVESC and help shape the future of veterinary surgery.
Advanced Surgery. Exceptional Team.
PVESC is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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