DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital · 3 months ago
Neurology Veterinary Technician
DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital is seeking full-time Certified or Licensed Veterinary Technicians to join their Neurology team. The role involves supporting neurology patients, performing anesthesia, facilitating imaging, and assisting with neurosurgery, while ensuring high standards of care for both patients and clients.
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Responsibilities
Performing anesthesia
Facilitating imaging with our 64-slice CT and brand-new 3 Tesla MRI
Assisting with neurosurgery like craniotomies and hemilaminectomies
Calculating medical dosages
Administering medications
Running in-house lab work
Placing tubes and catheters
Ensuring patient comfort
Updating clients on their pet’s progress
Collaborating with other teams throughout the hospital
Qualification
Required
Certified Veterinary Technician in the state of Oregon OR currently Licensed Veterinary Technician OR Registered Veterinary Technician, or other form of credentialed veterinary nurse or technician elsewhere with the ability to transfer license to Oregon
2+ years working in the veterinary field as a technician or assistant minimum
1+ year experience working in neurology or another specialty service
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience and comfort with surgery and anesthesia including for critical patients
Strong technical skills
Adaptability
Genuine love and respect for all animals
Appreciation for the human-animal bond
Passionate and excited about practicing the highest quality medicine and strives for excellence
Lifelong learners who are eager to face new challenges every day and actively participate in our teaching hospital culture
Commitment to providing both patients and clients with the highest standard of care at a client-centered hospital
Benefits
Equitable health benefits (medical, dental, vision, $0 mental health copays, LGBTQIA+ affirming care)
403(b) retirement plan with financial advising
Student debt repayment assistance (available after 1 month)
Paid vacation, sick time, holiday pay, and bereavement leave (including time off when a pet family member passes away)
Continuing education support including license reimbursement, professional dues assistance, and access to atDove with 100+ hours of on-demand, RACE-approved CE content
Company
DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital
DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital, established in 1973 and based in Portland, Oregon, is the only nonprofit, 24-hour emergency and intensive care unit in the region.