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Veterinary Cancer & Surgery Specialists (VCSS) is a locally owned, small animal specialty practice in Milwaukie, Oregon. We are looking for a full-time certified veterinary technician to join our team. At Veterinary Cancer & Surgery Specialists, a Certified Veterinary Technician’s role on the surgery team has a primary emphasis on day-to-day patient care and/or managing surgical instrumentation, while maintaining high-quality standards of care. As a Veterinary Technician at VCSS, you will be utilized in the full scope of your ability to practice and are an integral to daily success. You will participate in a collaborative environment for your teammates, patients, and pet families by utilizing resources and support provided by the administration. The VCSS Veterinary Technician provides team and patient care that exceeds industry standards.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of practicing CVT experience
• Familiarity with basic orthopedic procedures (TPLO, fracture repair, FHO)
• Experience running advanced anesthesia cases with patients ASA 3 or higher.
• Experience with ventilator, syringe pump and running CRIs.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including active listening, dependability, patience, and flexibility
• Strong communication skills to enable respectful and successful lines of communication among team members, clients and referring clinic teams.
• Graduate of an accredited veterinary technology program
• Oregon Veterinary technician license “in good standing” or ability to transfer license to Oregon within 60 days of hire.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs. without assistance

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 or more years of experience working in a Specialty Veterinary Hospital
• Familiarity with advanced imaging techniques
• Experience scrubbing in as a surgical nurse
• Experience processing sterile instruments
• Experience with gas and steam sterilization techniques
• Exposure to, or certification in Fear-Free animal handling techniques and philosophies
• Adaptability in various learning strategies and keen interest in continuing to develop as a technician and team member
• Strong organizational skills to help plan, prioritize, and collaborate effectively

Benefits include:

• Health/dental/vision insurance (including alternative care)
• Health savings account
• Employee assistance plan through Regence Health
• Paid time off
• 8 Paid floating holidays
• 401(k) w/ Match
• Employee pet care discount
• Flexible schedule/four day work week
• No night, weekend or holiday hours
• License fee reimbursement
• Continuing education
• Professional development assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Bring your well-behaved and vaccinated dog to work
• Work with an incredibly skilled and friendly team!

Salary: From $27 per hour