Certified Veterinary Technician

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Certified Veterinary Technician

Salary

$27.45 - $33.40 Hourly

Location

Hillsboro, OR

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

23/24-151-HHS-1

Department

Health and Human Services

Division

Animal Services

Opening Date

02/03/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

THE POSITION


Washington County Animal Services is hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician who is passionate about this career and the contributions that this role makes on a day-to-day basis providing medical care and treatment to animals. If you are interested in continuing your career in the public sector within a municipal animal shelter, this would be a great opportunity to join our team! Your talents will bring value to the services we provide to animals and people residing in Washington County.
 
About the position:
Washington County Animal Services, located at the Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter in Hillsboro has an exceptional opportunity for a Certified Veterinary Technician to perform specialized technical work related to the medical care and treatment of animals in our veterinary clinic. In this role, you will collaborate with community partners throughout the Portland metropolitan area on outreach and educational efforts to prevent animals from needing our services in the first place, and just as significant, providing excellent care and shelter to the animals that do come to us. You will also assist our staff Veterinarian with medical procedures and day-to-day functions of the shelter. You may also play a role in emergency and disaster trainings and in situations requiring the animal medical personnel’s assistance.  
 
About our shelter:
Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter cares for lost animals, finds homes for abandoned pets, licenses dogs, enforces animal cruelty laws, and protects our citizens from dangerous animals. Last year, we provided care for stray and injured animals in our shelter, responded to more than 7,000 citizen calls, answered over 50,000 phone calls from community members, and maintained some of the highest return-to-owner rates in the country! We work closely with our animal welfare partners to place animals in new homes with fantastic success and many happy placement stories.  
 
Washington County is the second largest county in Oregon with a population of more than 601,500 people.  We provide services for an estimated 145,000 dogs and 115,000 cats and their owners in an area that encompasses 727 square miles.  

To learn more about us, please use this link: Bonnie L Hays Animal Shelter
 
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, independent worker with a proficiency as a certified veterinary technician ideally who has a prior experience working in an animal shelter setting. The individual will have the ability to perform a multitude of tasks, including both direct patient care as well as duties involving maintaining medical supply inventory and equipment.

* Effective 2/3/2024, this recruitment will be open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the posting may be closed at any time without further notice. Washington County reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period. *

** It is anticipated that the first initial application screening will start the week of 2/19/2024 for the applications submitted by Monday, 2/19/2024. This posting will remain open, and applications received after 2/19/2024 may be considered if needed. **

Why Washington County?

Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity. Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution. Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County’s services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident.


Check Out Our Award-Winning Benefits & Wellness Program under "Benefits" tab above!

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review this classification, please use this link: Veterinary Technician

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
  • Two (2) years of professional training or course work in the animal health field; AND
  • Two (2) years of work experience in an animal health-related field including the care, handling, or training of dogs and working with the public.
Additional Licenses, Certificates, Physical Abilities and Specialty Requirements:
  • Possession of a Certified Veterinary Technician license issued by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board.
  • Possession of, or the ability to obtain, the Certified Euthanasia Technician certification issued by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board.
  • Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record. To review the Driver's License and Record Policy for Washington County, please use this link: Driver's License & Records Policy, under the Section 800.
  • Passing a background check post offer is required.
  • Must be able to pass a post-offer physical abilities assessment including the drug screening prior to appointment.
    • For more information on the physical requirements, please visit the Job Task Analysis. (Please note: The Job Task Analysis is pending update).
If you would like to review the requirements for receiving certification through the Oregon Veterinary Examining Medical Board, please use this link: Oregon VMEB.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application. 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Washington County is committed to using a Merit-based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Our commitment to you: 

Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.


Steps of the process:
  1.  Apply today! In lieu of a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law.
  2. MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs continuously.
  3. Panel Interview(s): Candidates who pass the MQ review will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
  4. Conditional Offer: A final candidate is required to successfully clear a 3rd party background check, driving record check, and physical abilities assessment including the drug screening as pre-employment conditions. 
Please note: candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification, or job family.
 
Status of Your Application:
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.

Veterans' Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
 
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
 
Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment
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 * Washington County is a drug-free workplace *

This is a non-represented position and is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Regular and limited duration full-time employees working 30 hours or more per week and job share employees are eligible for benefits beginning on the first of the month following employment. Job share employees are responsible for 50% of the premium. Part-time regular, variable hour, and temporary positions are not eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Check Out Our Award-Winning Benefits & Wellness Program!  
Washington County values your dedication to lead the future of our community through public service. Our total compensation package, which is comprised of more than just your annual salary, was built to show our commitment to the physical and financial health and wellbeing of you and your family. Your total compensation package includes a comprehensive benefits program with medical, dental, and vision coverage at up to 95% employer paid! Other benefits you’ll enjoy as part of your total compensation package include:

  • Paid Time Off - 11 paid holidays including one floating holiday, 12 vacation days for new employees (accrual rates increase based on length of service), AND up to 96 hours of sick leave per year (unused sick leave accumulates from year to year without limit to provide pay and security if needed).
  • Wellness Program - Washington County has been named one of Oregon’s Healthiest Employers by the Portland Business Journal for the past 7 years. We are proud to receive this award and will continue to make your health and wellbeing a priority by providing resources and support to help you and your family live and work well. Resources include smoking cessation, weight management, and stress management classes (online or telephonic with a personal health coach); discounts on gym memberships, fitness activities, and sports tickets; and Health & Wellness events and onsite flu shot clinics.
  • Alternative Care Coverage
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Life and Disability Insurance (both County-provided and voluntary)
  • Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
  • 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Emergency Travel Assistance
  • TriMet Hop Card at no cost to the employee
  • Bike lockers and repair stations
  • A charitable giving program
  • Oregon College Savings Plan
To learn more about our Benefits and Wellness program and view our current benefits guide, plan summaries, and premium rates, click here.

Already have medical, dental, and vision coverage? No problem! Full-time employees who choose to waive medical, dental, and vision coverage will receive a $125 monthly contribution into a tax-free Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) VEBA account, which can be used to reimburse you for qualified out-of-pocket medical care costs, such as copays, deductibles, and prescription drugs. HRA accounts offer many benefits including significant tax savings, and no annual “use it or lose it” requirement. Proof of other creditable coverage is required.

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Minimum qualifications for this position include:
  • Two (2) years of professional training or course work in the animal health field; AND
  • Two (2) years of work experience in an animal health-related field including the care, handling, or training of dogs and working with the public.
Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?

Note: One (1) year of work experience is equivalent to 2080 hours (Ex: 40 hours/week x 52 weeks = 2080 hours).
  • Yes
  • No
02
This position requires a license as a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board. Please select your current status from the following.

If you currently hold the Oregon license or out-of-state license, make sure to attach a copy of your license to your application.
  • I'm currently licensed as a Certified Veterinary Technician by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board.
  • I currently hold an out-of-state license but will be able to be licensed by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board at the time of hire.
  • I'm not currently licensed but will be able to be licensed at the time of hire.
  • None of the above.
03
This position requires the applicant to become a Certified Euthanasia Technician by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board. Please select your current status from the following.

If you currently hold the Oregon certification or out-of-state certification, make sure to attach a copy of your certification to your application.
  • I'm currently certified by Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board as a Certified Euthanasia Technician.
  • I currently do not hold a Certified Euthanasia Technician status in Oregon, but I do not have any reason to believe that I will be unable to obtain the certification.
  • None of the above.
04
Select years of professional training or course work in the animal health field. This must also be identified under "Education" and/or "Certificate" section on your application.
  • No professional training or course work in the animal health field.
  • Less than 2 years of training or course work
  • 2 years but less than 3 years of training or course work
  • 3 years but less than 4 years of training or course work
  • 4 or more years of training or course work
05
Select your years of work experience in an animal health-related field including the care, handling, or training of dogs and working with the public.
  • No experience
  • Less than 2 years of experience
  • 2 years but less than 3 years of experience
  • 3 years but less than 4 years of experience
  • 4 years but less than 5 years of experience
  • 5 or more years of experience
06
The Certified Veterinary Technician assists our staff Veterinarian in a very busy shelter clinic providing high quality spay and neuter services.

Please select your total years of experience as a Certified Veterinary Technician.
  • No experience
  • Less than 2 years of experience
  • 2 years but less than 3 years of experience
  • 3 years but less than 4 years of experience
  • 4 or more years of experience
07
Driving Record Check

Driving a motorized vehicle is an essential function for this position. Successful applicants must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Washington County will conduct a driving record check on applicants at the interview phase or prior to employment (timeline based on classification).

To assist in this process, please check all applicable statements for the last three (3) year period.
  • I currently hold or have held a valid Oregon driver's license.
  • I currently hold or have held a valid out-of-state driver's license.
  • I currently have or have held a valid out-of-country driver's license.
  • I do not currently hold or have held a valid driver's license.

Required Question

Agency
Washington County, Oregon
Address
Washington County Public Services Building
155 N First Avenue Ste. 270
Hillsboro, Oregon, 97124
Phone
503-846-8606