Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
Veterinary Technician
Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Powell Veterinary Center is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.
At Powell Veterinary Center, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.
About the Hospital At Powell Veterinary Center, we provide primary care for cats and dogs in the SE/Powell area. We are proud to be AAHA certified. We are the oldest veterinary clinic in the city, built in 1929 and still located at our original site. Our focus is the celebration of the human/pet bond and all the joy it brings to life. We know that your pets are part of your family, so we treat them like they are part of ours!
About You As a Veterinary Technician, you'll play an important role in pets' lives by providing comprehensive care throughout their journey. Your life-changing work will range from the hands‑on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to surgery assistance, to support services, including admitting and discharging patients.
Experience & Skills Requirements
Has clinical veterinary experience
Familiar with common disease processes that present with an understanding of treatments and medications associated with their care.
Comfortable utilizing digital radiography machines to acquire images using proper technique and positioning.
Prepare animals and instruments for surgery
Provide surgical assistance, anesthesia monitoring, and post‑operative care
Administer medications and treatments prescribed by a veterinarian
Possesses a positive work attitude
Self‑motivated
Excellent communication and organization skills
Is committed to a stress‑free environment for our patients
Enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment
Role Responsibilities
Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act, as outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.
Benefits - our care in action
Competitive pay
401(k) with employer match
Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
Paid parental leave
Purr‑ental leave for when you adopt a pet
Employer‑sponsored childcare and elder care
Personalized care for every family‑forming journey
Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
Student loan management tools and assistance
Provide your best care with more bridges and fewer barriers.
We listen to your needs and then meet them. Through training and free CE experiences, your career development can flourish. And in our locally rooted, nationally connected community, you’ll be able to make connections, access opportunities, and find support with ease.
Support for you is as vital as the support you provide.
You’ll Thrive with Us
Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement
Move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment - across the nation.
Leadership training for a thriving and long career in the veterinary profession.
Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience, with an hourly pay rate starting at $24/ hour. The actual rate offered will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
About Thrive Vet‑founded and Austin‑born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well‑being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners.
We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.
We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.
Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work‑life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.
At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we are committed to creating a culture where everyone from any background can be heard, respected, and valued. We pledge to build an inclusive environment nurtured by respectful curiosity to support, encourage, and celebrate the diverse voices of our teams and the communities we serve.
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At Powell Veterinary Center, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.
About the Hospital At Powell Veterinary Center, we provide primary care for cats and dogs in the SE/Powell area. We are proud to be AAHA certified. We are the oldest veterinary clinic in the city, built in 1929 and still located at our original site. Our focus is the celebration of the human/pet bond and all the joy it brings to life. We know that your pets are part of your family, so we treat them like they are part of ours!
About You As a Veterinary Technician, you'll play an important role in pets' lives by providing comprehensive care throughout their journey. Your life-changing work will range from the hands‑on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to surgery assistance, to support services, including admitting and discharging patients.
Experience & Skills Requirements
Has clinical veterinary experience
Familiar with common disease processes that present with an understanding of treatments and medications associated with their care.
Comfortable utilizing digital radiography machines to acquire images using proper technique and positioning.
Prepare animals and instruments for surgery
Provide surgical assistance, anesthesia monitoring, and post‑operative care
Administer medications and treatments prescribed by a veterinarian
Possesses a positive work attitude
Self‑motivated
Excellent communication and organization skills
Is committed to a stress‑free environment for our patients
Enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment
Role Responsibilities
Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act, as outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.
Benefits - our care in action
Competitive pay
401(k) with employer match
Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
Paid parental leave
Purr‑ental leave for when you adopt a pet
Employer‑sponsored childcare and elder care
Personalized care for every family‑forming journey
Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
Student loan management tools and assistance
Provide your best care with more bridges and fewer barriers.
We listen to your needs and then meet them. Through training and free CE experiences, your career development can flourish. And in our locally rooted, nationally connected community, you’ll be able to make connections, access opportunities, and find support with ease.
Support for you is as vital as the support you provide.
You’ll Thrive with Us
Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement
Move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment - across the nation.
Leadership training for a thriving and long career in the veterinary profession.
Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience, with an hourly pay rate starting at $24/ hour. The actual rate offered will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
About Thrive Vet‑founded and Austin‑born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well‑being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners.
We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.
We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.
Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work‑life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.
At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we are committed to creating a culture where everyone from any background can be heard, respected, and valued. We pledge to build an inclusive environment nurtured by respectful curiosity to support, encourage, and celebrate the diverse voices of our teams and the communities we serve.
#J-18808-Ljbffr