Bethany Family Pet Clinic
Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
Bethany Family Pet Clinic, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Overview
Bethany Family Pet Clinic, located in Portland, Oregon, is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team. We are proud to be AAHA accredited (since 1999!), Fear Free Certified since 2017, and AAFP Cat-Friendly Practice. We strongly believe in our CVTs practicing to the top of their license, and consider them a vital part of our clinic's day to day operations and patient care. You can take a tour here: bethanyfamilypetclinic.com/take-a-tour Our nine exam rooms are equipped with our electronic medical record software, AVImark. Diagnostic equipment includes in-house IDEXX and Zoetis units, send-out Antech, digital radiography, two dental suites with digital dental radiography, two ultrasound machines, Storz endoscopy equipment, video otoscopy, and Tonopen. Several of our doctors have advanced ultrasound training and one of our doctors uses endoscopy routinely for foreign body retrieval and intestinal biopsies. We also have two doctors certified in acupuncture, allowing us to offer multi-modal care. Furthermore, we utilize the services of a traveling internist and cardiologist weekly. Our doctors perform a large variety of routine and advanced soft tissue surgeries and dentistry. We utilize our surgical laser almost daily in a spacious surgical suite, and also have a CryoPen. We have two therapeutic laser units and two PHOVIA units, which we frequently use on surgical incisions, as well as for wound care, skin issues, joint pain, etc. Most importantly, we have phenomenal, experienced support staff who are crucial to the success of patient and client care. Doctors, technicians, and assistants work together as a team each day! Our tech team’s input and observations are highly valued by all our doctors. One of our passions is learning as well as teaching, and we have developed a close relationship with Portland Community College's CVT program. We regularly take in both technician externs as well as veterinarian externs, and frequently have our reps in to teach about the latest vet med has to offer. At Bethany Family Pet Clinic, we have worked very hard to create a collaborative environment, healthy work-life balance, and a well-fed and caffeinated team! We are lucky to have some great bakers on staff, so there are always delicious baked goods readily available. Duties
The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this job but are not intended to be all inclusive. The essential functions include the most significant tasks and are the essence of why the role exists; removing an essential duty would fundamentally alter the role. Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of BFPC. Provide guidance to the support staff to assure that the shift flows well. Mentor team members for career advancement and personal development towards goals. Provide patient care under the supervision and direction of a DVM. Maintain excellent client communication. Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information. Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients. Answer client’s inquiries about basic animal care questions and routine procedures; handle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate. Additional Functions
Provide client care for scheduling appointments, taking payments, and checking in clients. Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way. Provide feedback and changes to the training program Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required. State Department of Regulation Licensing required. 1+ Years of Veterinary industry experience required. Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills. Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment. Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis. Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections. Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and ability to readily explain them to the clients. Knowledge of the common anesthesia and recovery states and ability to alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients. Ability to properly extubate, monitor temperature and recover a patient from anesthesia. The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently. The employee must be confident around pets. Physical Requirements
The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and over 50 pounds with a coworker. The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time. The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment. The employee must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high. The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances. The employee must possess the ability to hear verbal instructions, client discourse and veterinary patients. The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment. Travel
Minimal travel required, possibly for vendor visits and associate education. Reasonable Accommodations
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Join our team of passionate professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets. If you are enthusiastic about animal health and possess the skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. Job Type
Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 38 per week Benefits
401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account License reimbursement Paid parental leave Paid time off Professional development assistance Uniform allowance Vision insurance Schedule
10 hour shift 4x10 8 hour shift Day shift No nights Rotating weekends Weekends as needed Ability to Commute and Relocate
Ability to Commute: Portland, OR 97229 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Portland, OR 97229: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
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Bethany Family Pet Clinic, located in Portland, Oregon, is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team. We are proud to be AAHA accredited (since 1999!), Fear Free Certified since 2017, and AAFP Cat-Friendly Practice. We strongly believe in our CVTs practicing to the top of their license, and consider them a vital part of our clinic's day to day operations and patient care. You can take a tour here: bethanyfamilypetclinic.com/take-a-tour Our nine exam rooms are equipped with our electronic medical record software, AVImark. Diagnostic equipment includes in-house IDEXX and Zoetis units, send-out Antech, digital radiography, two dental suites with digital dental radiography, two ultrasound machines, Storz endoscopy equipment, video otoscopy, and Tonopen. Several of our doctors have advanced ultrasound training and one of our doctors uses endoscopy routinely for foreign body retrieval and intestinal biopsies. We also have two doctors certified in acupuncture, allowing us to offer multi-modal care. Furthermore, we utilize the services of a traveling internist and cardiologist weekly. Our doctors perform a large variety of routine and advanced soft tissue surgeries and dentistry. We utilize our surgical laser almost daily in a spacious surgical suite, and also have a CryoPen. We have two therapeutic laser units and two PHOVIA units, which we frequently use on surgical incisions, as well as for wound care, skin issues, joint pain, etc. Most importantly, we have phenomenal, experienced support staff who are crucial to the success of patient and client care. Doctors, technicians, and assistants work together as a team each day! Our tech team’s input and observations are highly valued by all our doctors. One of our passions is learning as well as teaching, and we have developed a close relationship with Portland Community College's CVT program. We regularly take in both technician externs as well as veterinarian externs, and frequently have our reps in to teach about the latest vet med has to offer. At Bethany Family Pet Clinic, we have worked very hard to create a collaborative environment, healthy work-life balance, and a well-fed and caffeinated team! We are lucky to have some great bakers on staff, so there are always delicious baked goods readily available. Duties
The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this job but are not intended to be all inclusive. The essential functions include the most significant tasks and are the essence of why the role exists; removing an essential duty would fundamentally alter the role. Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of BFPC. Provide guidance to the support staff to assure that the shift flows well. Mentor team members for career advancement and personal development towards goals. Provide patient care under the supervision and direction of a DVM. Maintain excellent client communication. Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information. Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients. Answer client’s inquiries about basic animal care questions and routine procedures; handle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate. Additional Functions
Provide client care for scheduling appointments, taking payments, and checking in clients. Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way. Provide feedback and changes to the training program Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required. State Department of Regulation Licensing required. 1+ Years of Veterinary industry experience required. Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills. Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment. Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis. Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections. Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and ability to readily explain them to the clients. Knowledge of the common anesthesia and recovery states and ability to alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients. Ability to properly extubate, monitor temperature and recover a patient from anesthesia. The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently. The employee must be confident around pets. Physical Requirements
The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and over 50 pounds with a coworker. The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time. The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment. The employee must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high. The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances. The employee must possess the ability to hear verbal instructions, client discourse and veterinary patients. The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment. Travel
Minimal travel required, possibly for vendor visits and associate education. Reasonable Accommodations
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Join our team of passionate professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets. If you are enthusiastic about animal health and possess the skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. Job Type
Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 38 per week Benefits
401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account License reimbursement Paid parental leave Paid time off Professional development assistance Uniform allowance Vision insurance Schedule
10 hour shift 4x10 8 hour shift Day shift No nights Rotating weekends Weekends as needed Ability to Commute and Relocate
Ability to Commute: Portland, OR 97229 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Portland, OR 97229: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
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