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VCA Animal Hospitals Lead Certified Veterinary Technician in Clackamas, Oregon
VCA Hood View Animal Hospital is looking for a Lead Certified Veterinary Technician !
Location: 16317 SE 82nd Dr, Clackamas, OR 97015
Position Overview:
VCA Hood View Animal Hospital is seeking a passionate and experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to lead our patient care providers. We pride ourselves on delivering top-notch veterinary care with a personal touch. In our AAHA accredited hospital we are dedicated in providing comprehensive medical services to keep pets healthy and happy. Whether a patient needs a routine check-up, preventative care, surgery/dental, or treatment for an illness or injury, we are here to help.
As the Lead Veterinary Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the highest standard of patient care and client service. You will lead a team of veterinary technicians and support staff, providing guidance, training, and mentorship. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:
Directing work flow on the floor
Cultivate an inclusive work environment and strong hospital culture
Work cohesively with Hospital Manager and Medical Director to aid in the progression of the hospital.
Implement protocols.
Assist doctors with exams, treatments and procedures.
Venipuncture and IVC placement
Administer SQ fluids, medications, etc.
Work in conjunction with all technical staff across the hospital to ensure hospitalized patients are receiving the best possible care and communicating frequently with the team.
Recognize subtle change in clinical status.
Discharge instructions with clients when they are able to bring their furry family member back home with them.
Complete estimates, basic record keeping.
Surgical preparation and assisting.
Anesthesia monitoring.
Dentistry and dental radiographs.
Requirement: Must have a current veterinary technician license in the state of Oregon or be eligible to transfer/obtain a license in Oregon.
Schedule: Full-time opportunity. 4/10’s, Mon-Friday with rotating Saturdays. Closed Sunday and Holidays.
Compensation: The pay range for this position is $27 - $29 / hour. Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.
Benefits of joining the VCA Hood View Animal Hospital, Team!
Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team for full-time associates!
Competitive wages
Paid vacation (2 weeks in 1st year), sick time, and holiday pay
Free mental health sessions (Lyra) and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
Referral bonuses
Medical, dental & vision insurance for you and your family
Health saving account, and Flexible spending account
Generous pet care discounts plus discounts on Mars, Royal Canin, Hills, and more
Life, long, and short-term disability insurance (company paid)
Paid parental leave for new parents
401(k) (company match)
Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at VCA, Mars, and other divisions of Mars
Dedicated onboarding and development support
Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups
Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
Free Continuing Education through our online WoofU
Tuition support and sponsorships
Apply Today! We value your time, and that is why we have a very quick and easy mobile-friendly application process. We look forward to speaking with you!
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com