Veterinary Technician Specialty Surgery

VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists is adding an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to our Specialty Surgery Team.

Location : 16756 SE 82nd Dr, Clackamas, OR 97015

Schedule : FT Sunday-Wednesday 8:30-1900

Compensation : $ 31 - $ 38 / hr

Position Summary

Provide direct patient care and surgical support to veterinarians. This role focuses on anesthesia, surgical assistance, patient monitoring, and maintaining a safe, efficient clinical environment.

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Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Monitoring
• · Deliver medical care according to treatment plans
• · Monitor patients and maintain accurate medical records
• · Ensure proper patient identification (ID collar, cage card, documentation)

Surgical & Technical Support

• ·Assist veterinarians with anesthesia, surgery, radiology, and lab procedures
• · Prepare and restrain patients safely for procedures
• · Maintain surgical logs, anesthesia records, and controlled substance logs

Operations & Workflow

• · Organize daily treatment and surgical schedules to support efficient workflow
• · Maintain accurate charges for procedures, medications, and services
• · Work independently when needed to ensure continuous patient care

Client Communication

• Educate clients on treatments, medications, post-op care, and general animal care

Facility & Patient Maintenance

• · Maintain a clean, safe environment (treatment areas, cages, surgical spaces)
• · Ensure patient hygiene, including bathing, feeding, and bedding

General Expectations

• · Support hospital operations as needed
• · Follow all safety and animal care protocols
• · Work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

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Physical Requirements

• · Frequently stand, walk, bend, and restrain animals
• · Ability to lift 40 lbs and assist with moving patients
• · Perform tasks requiring reaching, kneeling, and crouching
• · Work in a fast-paced clinical environment

Why join the VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists Specialty Surgery Team :

Benefits: VCA offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and professional development of its associates.

• Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources. 

• Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits. 

• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave. 

• Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long- 

• Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations. 

• Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing. 

• Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses. 

• Latest Tech & Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next. 

• Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses. 

• Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions. 

• Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s. 

• Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs. 

• Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution. 

• Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary. 

• Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs. 

• Advisory Services: Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources. 

• Legal Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services. 

Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities. 

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)

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