Veterinary Technician Jobs in Wilsonville, OR

A Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in the veterinary industry, providing essential support to veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals with various health issues. They are responsible for performing a variety of procedures, such as drawing blood, administering medication, preparing animals and equipment for surgery, and assisting during surgical procedures. Veterinary Technicians also conduct laboratory tests and interpret the results, monitor anesthesia and recovery, and educate pet owners on pet care and health issues. They work in a range of settings, including veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, and zoos.

Before becoming a Veterinary Technician, a person may work as a veterinary assistant, animal caretaker, or kennel attendant. To qualify as a Veterinary Technician, one must possess an associate's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited institution. Some regions require Veterinary Technicians to pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) to become licensed or certified. Additionally, they should have strong technical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine love for animals. They should also be capable of handling stressful situations and making quick decisions in emergency situations.

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Holistic Veterinary Clinic Seeks Experienced Vet Tech/Asst

  • Tigard, OR (9 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Tigard, OR (9 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 1 hour ago

We are a small, two-doctor, integrative veterinary practice located in Tigard, OR seeking a rockstar tech/asst with outstanding people as well as animal handling and technical skills. Our doctors...

Canine Welfare Training Technician

  • Boring, OR (22 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Boring, OR (22 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 18 hours ago

Training a guide dog starts with expert care. At Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB), our mission depends on the care and conditioning of exceptional dogs in training. As a Canine Welfare Training...

Certified Veterinary Technician General Practice & Urgent Care

  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 6 days ago

Your responsibilities will include: Performing triage assessments and prioritizing cases Providing high-quality nursing care and client education Placing IV catheters and running diagnostics Taking...

Veterinary Technician UC / GP

  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 6 days ago

Your responsibilities will include: Performing triage assessments and prioritizing cases Providing high-quality nursing care and client education Placing IV catheters and running diagnostics Taking...

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 8 days ago
  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 8 days ago

Certified Veterinary Technician Portland, OR More than a word, care is present in everything you do....

ICU Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 12 days ago
  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 12 days ago

Preferred minimum of one year emergency or other specialty small animal care experience....

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Emergency Lead

  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 16 days ago
  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 16 days ago

We're currently seeking Licensed Veterinary Technician Emergency Lead to join our exceptional emergency department....

Talent Pool - Veterinary Technology-Casual Instructional Support Technician

  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 18 days ago
  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 18 days ago

care duties (husbandry, enrichment, cleaning, medication, record keeping, etc. in accordance with AVMA, IACUC and USDA regulations) for the department Completion of animal care duties when needed during...

Veterinary Technician

  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 18 days ago
  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 18 days ago

The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Venipuncture catheter placement radiology anesthesia monitoring physical examinations and patient assessment surgical preparation...

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 21 days ago
  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 21 days ago

The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Venipuncture catheter placement radiology anesthesia monitoring physical examinations and patient assessment surgical preparation...

Veterinary Technician Neurology

  • Clackamas, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 22 days ago
  • Clackamas, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 22 days ago

Anesthesia Monitoring: Monitor and adjust anesthesia levels during surgeries, ensuring the safety and well-being of the patients (heart rate, respiratory rate, end-tidal/inspired CO2, pulse oximetry...

Medical Laboratory Technician 3rd Shift

  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 24 days ago
  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 24 days ago

It is not required to work in our lab, but if you were a Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT), this experience and education would be a plus....

Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician

  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 25 days ago
  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 25 days ago

Preferred minimum of one year emergency or other specialty small animal care experience....

Veterinary Technician Student Extern

  • Lake Oswego, OR (8 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 27 days ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR (8 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 27 days ago

Overview Animal Care Group of Lake Oswego is looking to host a Vet Tech Student Extern....

Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Beaverton, OR

  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, OR (14 miles from Wilsonville, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

This role will promote learning and growth as an emergency veterinary technician, providing opportunities for advancement towards a Veterinary Technician Specialist certification and participating in...

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Wilsonville, OR

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Wilsonville, OR offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.3%
Associate's Degree
27.5%
High School or GED
20.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Technicians in Wilsonville, OR
Less than 1 year
50.3%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
17.5%
2-4 years
10.4%
4-6 years
1.6%


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