Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Viking Veterinary Care | Portland, Oregon near Bethany and Rock Creek
$25.00 - $30.00/hour (DOE) | Full-Time | Four 10-Hour Shifts | No Weekends
Love veterinary medicine, but wish you had more support?
At Viking Veterinary Care, we believe exceptional medicine and compassionate care go hand in hand. We're a privately owned, woman-owned, Fear Free Certified Practice that is committed to creating a better experience for pets, their families, and our team.
If you've ever wished for a workplace where Fear Free principles are truly embraced instead of just talked about, we'd love to meet you.
We're looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician or highly experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing small animal hospital near PCC Rock Creek. Whether you're looking to deepen your technical skills, advance your knowledge of behavior and Fear Free handling, or explore areas like regenerative medicine and acupuncture, you'll find opportunities to grow here.
What Makes Viking Different?
- Fear Free isn't just a certification. It's how we practice medicine every day.
- Supportive mentorship and ongoing training.
- A positive, collaborative team culture.
- Opportunities to learn behavior, regenerative medicine, acupuncture, and advanced patient care techniques.
- Modern, paperless hospital using Shepherd veterinary software.
- Four-day work week.
- No weekends. Ever.
You'll Thrive Here If You:
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Love building relationships with clients and patients.
- Are passionate about patient advocacy and reducing fear, anxiety, and stress.
- Work well independently while also being a supportive team member.
- Want a workplace that values kindness, communication, and continuous learning.
Position Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include:
- Obtaining patient histories and performing initial assessments
- Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Dental cleanings
- Administering medications and vaccines
- Taking diagnostic radiographs
- Fear Free patient handling and restraint
- Assisting doctors with outpatient and inpatient care
Qualifications
- Certified Veterinary Technician or
- Minimum of 3 years of veterinary experience as a Veterinary Assistant
- This is not an entry-level position
- Ability to lift 40 pounds
- Commitment to providing compassionate, Fear Free patient care
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Pet bereavement leave
- Employee pet care discounts
- Uniform allowance
- Professional development assistance
- Fear Free Certification training
- Retirement plan options
- Flexible scheduling support
Ready to Join Us?
We'd love to learn more about you.
Please submit a completed application through our website. Apply Here: https://www.vikingveterinarycare.com/application
Resumes are welcome but must be accompanied by a completed application.
Viking Veterinary Care is a drug-free workplace. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
