Relief Veterinary Technician
Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners? We are excited to announce the brand new Priority Pet Urgent Care state-of-the-art clinic in Happy Valley, OR, opening in August 2026! We’ll be available for urgent care pet needs Thursday - Monday from 3 pm – 11 pm. We are eager and ready to serve the local community and their pets.
The Priority Pet Urgent Care mission is committed to providing easy-to-access quality care with a promise to our clients that their pets are our priority. We value teamwork, compassion, and excellence, offering a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development. To learn more about us, please visit our website.
About the role
This is a relief position that does not provide full-time or part-time hour requirements.
Responsibilities
- Pet restraint
- Triage incoming patients
- Collection and analysis of lab samples
- Diagnostic imaging
- Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
- Administration of medications
- Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
- Surgical preparation and assistance
- Anesthetic management
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste, and potentially contagious diseases.
Requirements
- A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license required; 1+ year professional experience
- We are also open to considering experienced veterinary assistants for this position
- Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
- Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
- Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
- Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
- Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture
- Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
- Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards
The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, liability insurance)
- 401k & 401k matching program
- Life & supplemental insurance
- HSA & FSA
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid vacation and sick time for all employees
- Paid bereavement program
- Paid parental leave program
- Competitive compensation
- Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program available to any AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program
- Career development opportunities
- Referral bonus program for most positions
- Additional benefits may also be available (e.g., personal pet discounts, holiday pay, uniform allowance, bonuses)
Note: Some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full-time employment status vs part-time status.