Veterinary Surgery Technician Jobs in Oregon
Veterinary Surgery Technician jobs in Oregon are open across Beaverton, Portland, and Salem and other Oregon metros, with employers like Petco, Vetcor, and Banfield Pet Hospital hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Central Oregon Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Lead Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team in Bend, Oregon. Since 1972, our hospital has proudly served the Central Oregon community with a commitment to quality medicine, trusted relationships, and compassionate care.
This is a great opportunity for a skilled CVT who enjoys advanced technical work, mentoring others, and helping lead the clinical team through strong communication, training, and daily workflow support.
Why You’ll Love It Here
We are committed to maintaining a healthy, respectful team culture. Gossip, bullying, and toxic behavior are not tolerated. Our team values honest, upfront communication and works together to support both our patients and each other.
We’re also a teaching-focused hospital. Our doctors enjoy helping team members grow their skills — whether that’s expanding dental, surgical, anesthesia, or patient care experience.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As our Lead CVT, you’ll play a key role in supporting patient care, clinical training, onboarding, and daily hospital flow. This role is ideal for someone who can lead by example, help keep the team organized, and support consistent standards across the clinical floor.
Responsibilities include:
- Providing high-quality patient care during exams, treatments, dentals, and surgery
- Performing dental cleanings and dental radiographs
- Monitoring anesthesia and supporting surgical recovery
- Training, coaching, and onboarding clinical support staff
- Supporting accountability, communication, and consistency across the team
- Assisting with monthly scheduling needs
- Leading or supporting department meetings with educational content
- Helping identify training opportunities and improve team efficiency
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate is a confident, collaborative CVT who enjoys both technical medicine and team leadership. You should be comfortable jumping in where needed, coaching others, and helping create a positive, productive environment.
You may be a great fit if you:
- Are a Certified Veterinary Technician
- Have strong technical skills in anesthesia, dentistry, surgery, and patient care
- Enjoy training, mentoring, and supporting clinical staff
- Are comfortable helping direct workflow and support team efficiency
- Communicate honestly, respectfully, and professionally
- Are flexible, team-oriented, and willing to support different areas of the hospital
SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION
- Full-time schedule
- Four 10-hour shifts
- Two consecutive days off
- Rotating Saturdays
- Flexible scheduling where possible
- Compensation: $30-$35/hour, depending on experience
If you’re a skilled Lead CVT looking to grow, teach, mentor, and help shape a strong clinical team, we’d love to connect with you.
INTRODUCTION
Central Oregon Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Lead Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team in Bend, Oregon. Since 1972, our hospital has proudly served the Central Oregon community with a commitment to quality medicine, trusted relationships, and compassionate care.
This is a great opportunity for a skilled CVT who enjoys advanced technical work, mentoring others, and helping lead the clinical team through strong communication, training, and daily workflow support.
Why You’ll Love It Here
We are committed to maintaining a healthy, respectful team culture. Gossip, bullying, and toxic behavior are not tolerated. Our team values honest, upfront communication and works together to support both our patients and each other.
We’re also a teaching-focused hospital. Our doctors enjoy helping team members grow their skills — whether that’s expanding dental, surgical, anesthesia, or patient care experience.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As our Lead CVT, you’ll play a key role in supporting patient care, clinical training, onboarding, and daily hospital flow. This role is ideal for someone who can lead by example, help keep the team organized, and support consistent standards across the clinical floor.
Responsibilities include:
- Providing high-quality patient care during exams, treatments, dentals, and surgery
- Performing dental cleanings and dental radiographs
- Monitoring anesthesia and supporting surgical recovery
- Training, coaching, and onboarding clinical support staff
- Supporting accountability, communication, and consistency across the team
- Assisting with monthly scheduling needs
- Leading or supporting department meetings with educational content
- Helping identify training opportunities and improve team efficiency
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate is a confident, collaborative CVT who enjoys both technical medicine and team leadership. You should be comfortable jumping in where needed, coaching others, and helping create a positive, productive environment.
You may be a great fit if you:
- Are a Certified Veterinary Technician
- Have strong technical skills in anesthesia, dentistry, surgery, and patient care
- Enjoy training, mentoring, and supporting clinical staff
- Are comfortable helping direct workflow and support team efficiency
- Communicate honestly, respectfully, and professionally
- Are flexible, team-oriented, and willing to support different areas of the hospital
SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION
- Full-time schedule
- Four 10-hour shifts
- Two consecutive days off
- Rotating Saturdays
- Flexible scheduling where possible
- Compensation: $30-$35/hour, depending on experience
If you’re a skilled Lead CVT looking to grow, teach, mentor, and help shape a strong clinical team, we’d love to connect with you.
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Veterinary Surgery Technician Job Market in Oregon
A snapshot from current Oregon openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Petco11
- Vetcor7
- Banfield Pet Hospital6
- NVA4
- Oregon Health & Science University3
Top Industries Hiring
- Animal Care & Pet Services31
- Education3
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in veterinary surgery technician jobs across Oregon.
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT) state license required
- Demonstrated surgical assistance experience including scrubbing in and instrument handling
- Proficiency in small animal anesthesia monitoring and perioperative care
- Familiarity with surgical instrumentation, sterilization protocols, and pack preparation
- Experience with orthopedic, soft tissue, or emergency surgical procedures
- Strong aseptic technique and infection control compliance in the operating suite
Veterinary Surgery Technician Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How many veterinary surgery technician jobs are there in Oregon?
There are 35+ veterinary surgery technician openings in Oregon on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Beaverton, Portland, and Salem. New positions post regularly as employers across Oregon hire.
How much do veterinary surgery technicians make in Oregon?
Veterinary surgery technicians in Oregon earn a median of about $55,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $39,920 for the lowest 10% to over $77,710 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Oregon cities have the most veterinary surgery technician jobs?
Beaverton, Portland, and Salem have the most veterinary surgery technician openings in Oregon right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire veterinary surgery technicians in Oregon?
Employers hiring veterinary surgery technicians in Oregon include Petco, Vetcor, and Banfield Pet Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote veterinary surgery technician jobs in Oregon?
Yes. About 0% of veterinary surgery technician openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Oregon metros.
How do I apply for veterinary surgery technician jobs in Oregon?
You can apply to veterinary surgery technician jobs in Oregon directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Oregon location, then apply to each one that fits.
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