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Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Canterbury Animal Hospital

Job Description

Are you a passionate and dedicated Certified Veterinary Technician interested in working in an environment where your education and talents are greatly valued? Do you want additional opportunities to expand your knowledge and skillset in a dynamic work environment? Canterbury Animal Hospital located in the Portland Metro Area (Tigard OR) is looking for you to join our talented team!  

 

Come grow with us! At Canterbury Animal Hospital, we believe in providing comprehensive care for our patients through traditional and modern medicine. Our services include preventive medicine, urgent care, surgery and dentistry, thus giving our staff the opportunity to expand their skills and knowledge in these areas. 

 

We offer a large comfortable boutique clinic equipped with a complete in-house diagnostic laboratory including in-house blood analyzers, digital dental radiography, digital radiography, ultrasound, and a surgical suite equipped with quality anesthesia and monitoring systems. Our culture is one of high standards, professional dedication, and personal dedication to patient and client care. The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our clients and their pets with a friendly, compassionate, and positive presence. 

Veterinary Technicians play an integral role at our hospital. We nurture a team-based approach with a supportive staff and caring environment. At Canterbury Animal Hospital we will fully utilize your skillset and work to continue to develop your personal and professional skills. We are looking for a compassionate technician who is ready to put their skills and leadership ability to work!  

 

Why choose Canterbury Animal Hospital?  

  • A growing team AND practice. We are growing our team of doctors and technicians and are looking for a candidate that is ready to put their leadership abilities to work and grow along with us! 
  • Quality medicine. Our team utilizes modern medicine, state-of-the-art equipment and excellence in care to provide treatment options for our patients.  
  • Technicians fully utilize their skills to provide a wide range of treatments and procedures.  
  • A Community feel. We are a growing, multi-doctor small animal practice with a loyal client base – our roots run deep within the community.  
  • Work/life balance. We currently offer a 4-day work week and a flexible schedule.  

Our Ideal Candidate:  

  • Credentials as a Veterinary Technician or recent graduate with successful VTNE pending licensure.   
  • You possess strong leadership skills and enjoy both teaching & mentoring. You truly love veterinary medicine and believe in ongoing engagement in education and growth, in every form! 
  • Take the initiative – you are a hard worker who contributes to the operation of the entire hospital, you will help get all the day’s duties done!  
  • Passionate about growth and development  
  • You possess clinical skills and experience that include (but are not limited to):  

o    Patient assessment and physical examinations 

o    Phlebotomy and catheter placement 

o    Knowledge of radiology, safety and proper technique 

o    Anesthesia monitoring proficiency 

o    Perioperative surgical nursing skills 

o    Routine dental prophylaxis experience  

o    Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures 

  • Positive attitude and TEAM Player personality   
  • Excellent communication skills   
  • Exceptional customer service, compassion for all clients and patients  

 

Benefits:  

  • 401k  
  • Medical/Dental/Vision  
  • Short/Long term disability  
  • Life insurance  
  • Paid time off 
  • CE Allowance 
  • Uniform Allowance  
  • Paid Holidays  
  • Employee Pet Discount  
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance  
  • VTNE Reimbursement 
  • Paid License Renewal for credentialed techs 

 

For more information about our hospital, please visit: canterburyanimal.com 

 

**NVA/Ethos offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.

NVA/Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
 
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
 
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
 
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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Tigard, Oregon, United States

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