Certified Veterinary Technician (Relief/On-Call)

Multnomah County (OR) • Troutdale, OR

192d • $28 - $34

About The Position

This recruitment will be used to fill on-call (relief) positions. An on-call employee is an employee whose appointment is intermittent, irregular or is normally less than half-time, but may work up to 35 hours in a work week. On-call positions may be just the right fit for a person with minimal outside responsibilities and who may not want to always have the same routine. The ideal candidate for on-call work must be flexible in their scheduling and be willing to compromise. If you're interested in becoming an On-Call/Relief Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) committed to providing excellent care to animals, providing equitable services to pet owners in the community, and implementing evidence-based best practices in shelter care, then you should join our team! At Multnomah County Animal Services (MSAS), we continually strive to improve how we work by pushing for greater transparency so people have access to information they need to make smart decisions, creating energy to support a thriving workforce, showing respect so everyone can bring their best authentic self to work every day. We are compelled by the opportunity to make a difference. We look for people who can grow, think, lead and inspire, and help shape a culture that thrives on diversity and rewards commitment to public service. We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment.

Requirements

• Six (6) months of work experience in an animal health-related field.
• Possession of a Certified Veterinary Technician certificate issued by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Board.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire, a Euthanasia Technician certificate issued by the State of Oregon.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) experience in a veterinary practice; OR one (1) year of CVT experience in an animal shelter setting.
• Ability to effectively handle high-stress situations while still demonstrating the key values and mission of MCAS.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting high-volume spay/neuter surgeries.
• Demonstrated experience in assisting in the management of overall population/herd health in a shelter setting, including assisting in the management of infectious disease outbreaks.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independent of and in collaboration with veterinarians, other CVTs, and veterinary assistants.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of veterinary procedures such as conducting health exams, administering vaccinations and medical treatments, performing diagnostics, and recording findings and assessments.
• Assist veterinarians in surgery, including intubation, inducing/monitoring animals under anesthesia, and performing humane euthanasia.

Benefits

• Eligible for overtime
• Opportunity to build a rewarding career
• Part of a strong organization dedicated to providing outstanding services to the community

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees