Careers
At Irvington Veterinary Clinic, we are known for serving our patients and clients with compassion, empathy and integrity. We are always looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to help us continue providing the best care and service to our patients and clients.
If you believe your values match those of our practice and you would like to be part of an outstanding team, we would like to hear from you. Please contact Sarah Elkins, Hospital Manager.
Veterinary Technician
Irvington Veterinary Clinic
About the Role
We are wild about people who share a love for animals and their people! Join our group of professionals as a Certified Veterinary Technician with surgical experience or Veterinary Assistant at Irvington Veterinary Clinic in Portland, OR!
Our practice is located in the Historic Irvington neighborhood of Portland close to downtown, Alberta Arts, The Mississippi District and more! We love our neighborhood and the Portland pet community!
At Irvington Veterinary Clinic, we offer a wide variety of medical, surgical, and dental services using progressive, modern medicine and innovative technology. We practice fear free philosophy. Our team is dedicated and detailed, and it shows in every aspect of the practice. We value all members of the Team and work hard to ensure employees are happy and feel appreciated. The Team is kind and caring. The ideal technician will be a driver of hospital procedures and workflow, focusing on surgeries, creating an outstanding customer service experience, and taking pride in offering unmatched compassionate care.
We offer a competitive compensation package, and an excellent schedule with a 4-day work week, no weekends, no on-call or after-hours emergency calls. Plus, we offer great benefits, including:
Financial Benefits:
A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program
Referral bonus program
Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
Professional development opportunities
State license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
A vibrant Facebook community where like-minded teammates come together to share ideas, swap experiences, and uplift each other with support and inspiration!
Six paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program
Responsibilities:
- Proficiency in phlebotomy, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, dental prophies
- Perform quality full-body and dental radiographs for subsequent evaluation by DVMs
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with coworkers and clients
- Obtain and record patient history and client communication in a professional, detailed manner
- Provide surgical discharges and home care instructions to clients after patient procedures
The salary range for this position is $22-$28/hr. Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience.
Apply today to find out why life is better here!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Irvington Veterinary Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.