$5000 SIGN-ON BONUS!

Bridgetown Veterinary Emergency and Referral (BVER) is a specialty animal hospital located in Portland Oregon. Our hospital team includes highly skilled veterinarians specializing in Emergency/Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Surgery, Ophthalmology and are supported by dedicated technicians and support staff.

We are hiring Certified Veterinary Technicians to join our overnight ICU team! We are a team of compassionate, seasoned veterinary professionals who recognize the absolute necessity for a healthy hospital culture, high-standard of patient care and value the importance of team member wellbeing – and are looking for people with the same values.

Who are we looking for right now?

Bridgetown Veterinary Emergency & Referral is looking for experienced an overnight Certified Veterinary Technician, for our ICU department. We are currently seeking coverage for three 12-hour overnight shifts, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience required.

Essential Job Functions

• Triage and assessment of cases - including alerting DVM of patients in critical conditions
• Perform diagnostic tests and procedures
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by DVM
• Provide support and education to pet owners
• Maintain accurate medical records

Required Skills

• Valid certification as a veterinary technician in the state of Oregon (CVT)
• Prior experience in an emergency or specialty veterinary hospital required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in fast paced environment and handle stressful situations with composure 
• Confident in life saving procedures such as CPR, chest taps, and urinary deobstruction
• Strong phlebotomy and venipuncture skills, advanced catheter and sampling line placement skills preferred
• Assisting and monitoring of surgical and sedated procedures, including management of unstable patients. Additional anesthesia training to be provided.

What can BVER offer?

• Starting: $35+ per hour (based on experience) + $5 differential between 10p-6a
• $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS! 
• Quarterly bonus program (profit sharing)
• Tuition assistance for further training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health insurance (HSA and FSA available)
• Vision and Dental insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Disability coverage
• Employee discounts
• PTO
• And more!!

If you think you would be a great fit for our team, please send your resume and cover letter to Katie Olsen, our hiring manager.

All communication is confidential.

Email: kolsen@bridgetownvet.com