Neurology Veterinary Technician

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital • Portland, OR

95d • $28 - $44

About The Position

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital is seeking full-time Certified or Licensed Veterinary Technicians to join our Neurology team. As a Neurology Veterinary Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting neurology patients while working as part of an experienced team of Veterinary Assistants, Technicians, and Specialists. Daily responsibilities include performing anesthesia, facilitating imaging with our 64-slice CT and brand-new 3 Tesla MRI, and assisting with neurosurgery like craniotomies and hemilaminectomies. In addition, you will perform other facets of nursing care such as calculating medical dosages, administering medications, running in-house lab work, placing tubes and catheters, ensuring patient comfort, updating clients on their pet’s progress, and collaborating with other teams throughout the hospital. Strong technical skills, adaptability, and a genuine love and respect for all animals are essential, as is an appreciation for the human-animal bond.

Requirements

• Current status as a 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

Nice To Haves

• Passionate and excited about practicing the highest quality medicine
• Lifelong learners eager to face new challenges
• Commitment to providing both patients and clients with the highest standard of care at a client-centered hospital

Responsibilities

• Perform anesthesia
• Facilitate imaging with 64-slice CT and 3 Tesla MRI
• Assist with neurosurgery including craniotomies and hemilaminectomies
• Calculate medical dosages
• Administer medications
• Run in-house lab work
• Place tubes and catheters
• Ensure patient comfort
• Update clients on their pet’s progress
• Collaborate with other teams throughout the 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
• A nonprofit mission that makes your work meaningful every day

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees