Licensed Veterinary Technician - Columbia River Veterinary Specialists
4 days ago
Vancouver
Job DescriptionPetVet Care Centers' Columbia River Veterinary Specialists is currently seeking Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their team. At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets. We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve. With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer: • Local autonomy with national support, • Career mobility and development opportunities Position Overview • Up to $3,000 Sign-On Bonus, • Must commit to a full-time schedule, • Requires a one-year commitment, • 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; aids as directed by the veterinarian., • Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration., • Obtain and verify medications., • Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease., • As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs., • Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations., • Maintain medical records by documenting patients' conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner., • Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian., • Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs., • Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts., • Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals., • Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release., • Understand and carry out oral and written directions., • 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, • 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, arrhythmias 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, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, • Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster), • 401(k) with discretionary contribution, • Team Member Pet Discounts, • Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP, • CE stipends and career development resources, • Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact. You care for pets. We care for you. 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 PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.