Career Opportunities

Columbia River Veterinary Specialists has been established in the Vancouver/Portland area for over 30 years and is a leading veterinary emergency and specialty hospital dedicated to providing advanced medical care to pets in the Vancouver, WA area. Our team of highly skilled veterinarians, technicians, and support staff is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service in a compassionate and professional environment.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Emergency Veterinarian to join our team for swing and overnight shifts. The ideal candidate will be passionate about emergency medicine, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have excellent clinical and communication skills. As an Emergency Veterinarian at CRVS, you will provide critical care to pets in need, collaborate with a team of specialists, and contribute to the overall success of our hospital.

Join us and receive a competitive compensation package including:

• A Salary of $175,000-$225,000
• Sign on/retention bonuses
• Production based bonus plan options
• Great PTO 
• CE allowance and PTO days
• Relocation Assistance

You will be able to provide exemplary patient care in a beautiful 15,000 sq. ft. building that was just remodeled in 2019. Our facility has 14 exam rooms, 3 outpatient procedure rooms, 2 treatment areas each with 4 separate treatment tables, a custom ICU suite plus 2 more ICU areas, 4 surgery suites, an endoscopy suite, and a dedicated imaging center with workstations. We offer advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies including three GE Logiq ultrasound machines, 1.5 High Field Hallmarq MRI, GE Light Speed CT, C-Arm & fluoroscopy, echocardiography, two Snyder oxygen cage banks, high-flow O2, mechanical ventilators, an Olympus arthroscopy/laparoscopy tower, and specialized surgical & neurosurgical equipment

Live here! Vancouver, Washington is located in the wonderland that is the Pacific Northwest. The outdoor opportunities are endless! Achieve work/life balance in a beautiful outdoor playground. The Pacific Coast, Mount St. Helens, the Columbia River Gorge, the Cascade Mountains, and the high desert are all within driving distance. There are 191 area parks within just within Vancouver! So get out your hiking shoes, backpack, snowshoes, kayak, paddle board, fishing pole, snow skis or bike and start exploring! Then after spending all day exploring the great outdoors, visit one of the 12+ breweries in the “next beer town” or visit one of the 9 tasting rooms in downtown or 17 wineries in the surrounding area.

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please email your resume to Emily Lunsford at elunsford@petvetcarecenters.com or apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.

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Position Overview:

The Medical Director (MD) is responsible for providing strong leadership for the hospital, managing and mentoring associate veterinarians, and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The MD is also responsible for maintaining an environment of teamwork in which the highest quality veterinary medicine is delivered. In partnership with the hospital leadership team, the MD holds shared responsibility for the financial health of the hospital, directing staff and the overall management of practice operations. The MD also serves as a staff veterinarian in addition to the administrative and leadership duties of the MD role. Effective MDs demonstrate strong work and professional ethics, a positive attitude, and uphold a high standard of patient care. They are part of the foundation upon which successful veterinary practices are built and directly impact and influence hospital culture and morale.

Columbia River Veterinary Specialists has been established in the Vancouver/Portland area for over 30 years! Our current specialty services include neurology, surgery, ophthalmology, critical care, and 24/7 emergency care. We are dedicated to working together as a cohesive and collaborative team to make sure our patients receive exceptional care regardless of the complexity and severity of their health issues. Our loyal veterinary referral community and our pet-loving client base will provide you with a varied and ample caseload.

You will be able to provide exemplary patient care in a beautiful 15,000 sq. ft. building that was just remodeled in 2019. Our facility has 14 exam rooms, 3 outpatient procedure rooms, 2 treatment areas each with 4 separate treatment tables, a custom ICU suite plus 2 more dedicated ICU areas, 4 surgery suites, an endoscopy suite, and a dedicated imaging center with workstations. We offer advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies including three GE Logiq ultrasound machines, 1.5 High Field Hallmarq MRI, GE Light Speed CT, C-Arm & fluoroscopy, echocardiography, two Snyder oxygen cage banks, high-flow O2, mechanical ventilators, an Olympus and 2 Stryker towers, and specialized surgical & neurosurgical equipment.

Compensation Package Highlights

• Base salary starting at $225k dependent on experience with a generous production plan
• Generous signing/retention bonuses
• Relocation assistance provided
• Experienced candidates with leadership interests will be considered for the Medical Director role which includes additional compensation
• Highly competitive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options), 401K with employer contribution, PTO, large CE allowance with additional PTO for CE or board study, reimbursement for DEA & state license, membership fees including AVMA & WSVMA and maintenance of board certification.

Essential Functions

Maintaining a high quality of progressive veterinary care:

• Oversees and gives directives regarding medical standards and quality of care.
• Sets policies as they pertain to the practice of medicine, both specialty and ER.
• Works toward making various service work as one team.
• In conjunction with appropriate leadership team members, recommends additions to the hospital inventory.
• Budget for new equipment; is able to provide a reasonable cost estimate and how there will be a return on investment.
• Sees patients and handles the clinical practice.
• Oversees and gives directives regarding medical standards and quality of care.
• Sets policies as they pertain to the practice of medicine, both specialty and ER.
• Works toward making various service work as one team.
• Works with Specialty and ER departments to develop and maintain systems for communication and handling of patients between departments, including transfers, after-hour exams, and transport among hospitals.
• Ensures positive communication with clients and between doctors. This includes the proper transfer of patient care responsibilities between doctors.
• Reviews patient records for completeness and accuracy and uses them as a tool to promote medical excellence.
• Appropriately manages controlled drugs.
• Reviews and approves requests for alternatives to additional drugs and medical supplies.
• Assists the medical supplies ordering personnel in maintaining a hospital pharmacy, evaluating reasonable reorder points, generic alternatives, and eliminating underused and redundant drugs.
• Conducts regular doctor meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager.

Administration duties:

• Handles patient care problems, client complaints, and referral partner problems resolution.
• Manages vet, client, and board complaints; recommends resolutions.
• Coordinates doctor coverage with Hospital Manager to ensure the hospital has coverage at all times.
• Develops medical policies.
• Assists in ensuring the practice complies with the State Veterinary Medical Practice Act, OSHA, and AAHA standards.

Leading by example:

• Holds licensure in good standing to practice and maintains all required licenses with timely renewals.
• Monitors DVM performance and production, provides coaching when appropriate.
• Serves as a mentor and role model for all staff veterinarians.

Development of the practices:

• Looks for new specialties to add to the hospital.
• Leads interviews of potential DVMs.
• Facilitates referrals and grows the referral base.
• Identifies new service opportunities that do not currently exist in the hospital.
• Holds ownership for the revenue and success of the practice through monitoring key performance indicators (productivity, costs, expenses associated with operations) and works with the Hospital Manager to make adjustments to achieve positive results.
• Helps identify and plan for upcoming challenges in maintaining hospital operations (upcoming maternity leaves, loss of a specialist). Helps identify possible temporary solutions (locum).

Competencies:

• Conflict resolution.
• Leadership.
• Communication.
• Customer Service.
• Ethics.
• Positivity.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Doctor in Veterinary Medicine Degree.
• 1-year rotational internship in small animal medicine, surgery, ER (university or large referral practice).
• Completed a 3-year, AVMA approved specialty in a clinical specialty.
• Achieved board certification in the chosen specialty (ABVP, CCRP, and Acupuncture do not count as they don’t require 3-year residencies).
• 3-5 years of clinical experience post-residency, preferred.

Skills:

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent time-management and delegation abilities.
• Exercises sound judgment and demonstrates exemplary decision-making skills.
• Professionalism & courtesy in all interactions with others.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.

The list of essential functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Live here! Vancouver, Washington is located in the wonderland that is the Pacific Northwest. The outdoor opportunities are endless! Achieve work/life balance in a beautiful outdoor playground. The Pacific Coast, Mount St. Helens, the Columbia River Gorge, the Cascade Mountains, and the high desert are all within driving distance. There are 191 area parks within just within Vancouver! So get out your hiking shoes, backpack, snowshoes, kayak, paddle board, fishing pole, snow skis or bike and start exploring! Then after spending all day exploring the great outdoors, visit one of the 12+ breweries in the “next beer town” or visit one of the 9 tasting rooms in downtown or 17 wineries in the surrounding area.

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please email your resume to Emily Lunsford at elunsford@petvetcarecenters.com or apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.

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Join Our Team as a Dentist at Columbia River Veterinary Specialists!

Columbia River Veterinary Specialists (CRVS) is thrilled to invite a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Dentist to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals. CRVS has been established in the Vancouver/Portland area for over 30 years and is a leading Veterinary emergency and specialty hospital dedicated to providing advanced medical care to the pets in the Vancouver, WA area. At CRVS, we foster a unique, supportive culture where collaboration, mutual respect, and enjoying our work environment are key values. We believe in making a difference for our patients and clients while genuinely enjoying the company of our colleagues.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

At Columbia River Veterinary Specialists, we take the well-being of our employees seriously. We have the IM3 Mobile Dental Delivery System with digital dental radiography, and you are able to choose which instruments you would like to work with! We promote a balanced work-life culture and offer flexible working conditions to ensure our team members thrive both professionally and personally. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Base salary range from $170K-$190K
• Sign On Bonus
• Generous relocation assistance provided
• Highly competitive salary, quality health insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options), 401K retirement plans with employer contribution, paid time off, generous continuing education allowance and additional paid time off, numerous discounts through our partners and reimbursement for membership due including maintenance of board certification

You will be able to provide exemplary patient care in a beautiful 15,000 sq. ft. building that was just remodeled in 2019. Our facility has 14 exam rooms, 3 outpatient procedure rooms, 2 treatment areas each with 4 separate treatment tables, a custom ICU suite plus 2 more ICU areas, 4 surgery suites, an endoscopy suite, and a dedicated imaging center with workstations. We offer advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies including three GE Logiq ultrasound machines, 1.5 High Field Hallmarq MRI, GE Light Speed CT, C-Arm & fluoroscopy, echocardiography, two Snyder oxygen cage banks, high-flow O2, mechanical ventilators, an Olympus arthroscopy/laparoscopy tower, and specialized surgical & neurosurgical equipment

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please email your resume to Emily Lunsford at elunsford@petvetcarecenters.com or apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.

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We are looking for a board-certified Internist or residency-trained clinician to complete our Specialty & ER/CC team in Vancouver, WA.

Columbia River Veterinary Specialists has been established in the Vancouver/Portland area for over 30 years! Our current specialty services include neurology, surgery, ophthalmology, critical care, and 24/7 emergency care. We are dedicated to working together as a cohesive and collaborative team to make sure our patients receive exceptional care regardless of the complexity and severity of their health issues. Our loyal veterinary referral community and our pet-loving client base will provide you with a varied and ample caseload.

You will be able to provide exemplary patient care in a beautiful 15,000 sq. ft. building that was just remodeled in 2019. Our facility has 14 exam rooms, 3 outpatient procedure rooms, 2 treatment areas each with 4 separate treatment tables, a custom ICU suite plus 2 more dedicated ICU areas, 4 surgery suites, an endoscopy suite, and a dedicated imaging center with workstations. We offer advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies including three GE Logiq ultrasound machines, 1.5 High Field Hallmarq MRI, GE Light Speed CT, C-Arm & fluoroscopy, echocardiography, two Snyder oxygen cage banks, high-flow O2, mechanical ventilators, an Olympus and 2 Stryker towers, and specialized surgical & neurosurgical equipment.

Compensation Package Highlights

• Base salary starting at $200k dependent on experience with a generous production plan
• Generous signing/retention bonuses
• Relocation assistance provided
• Highly competitive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options), 401K with employer contribution, PTO, large CE allowance with additional PTO for CE or board study, reimbursement for DEA & state license, membership fees including AVMA & WSVMA and maintenance of board certification.

Live here! Vancouver, Washington is located in the wonderland that is the Pacific Northwest. The outdoor opportunities are endless! Achieve work/life balance in a beautiful outdoor playground. The Pacific Coast, Mount St. Helens, the Columbia River Gorge, the Cascade Mountains, and the high desert are all within driving distance. There are 191 area parks within just within Vancouver! So get out your hiking shoes, backpack, snowshoes, kayak, paddle board, fishing pole, snow skis or bike and start exploring! Then after spending all day exploring the great outdoors, visit one of the 12+ breweries in the “next beer town” or visit one of the 9 tasting rooms in downtown or 17 wineries in the surrounding area.

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please email your resume to Emily Lunsford at elunsford@petvetcarecenters.com or apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.

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Columbia River Veterinary Specialists of Vancouver, WA is seeking full-time (or part-time) Licensed Veterinary Technician(s) to grow our team for day and overnight shifts. Here at CRVS we take great pride in providing a friendly, supportive, and enjoyable work environment while the challenges of emergency veterinary medicine allow employees to sharpen their skills.

Available shift times are flexible and the length of shifts may be 10 or 12 hours depending on the candidate's availability:

• Sunday-Tuesday overnight 6pm-6am OR Sunday–Wednesday 5pm-3am/6pm-4am
• Thursday-Saturday overnight 8pm-8am OR Wednesday-Saturday 5pm-3a//6pm-4am

Part-time candidates will also be considered!

Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) provide patient care for medical and surgical patients at CRVS. They are responsible for working in all areas of the hospital, including but not limited to all aspects of patient care, anesthetic induction and monitoring and providing leadership in the hospital. The LVT is expected to be a leader in the hospital and assist the DVM in organizing patient flow, monitoring treatments, and acting as the Charge Nurse in their respective areas when appropriate.

At CRVS, we experience high volumes of critical/emergent patients- these patients have owners that are under a great deal of emotional stress. It is important to have skills necessary to not only handle critical or aggressive patients, but also communicate effectively and kindly with owners.

Our Team

CRVS has been an established emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in the Vancouver/Portland area for over 30 years, providing emergency, critical care and specialty services for community pets and their owners.  Our team of dedicated veterinary professionals share a collective philosophy and mission to provide pets with state-of-the-art care and service.  We work together to make sure your pet only receives exceptional and specialized care, regardless of the complexity and severity of their health issues.  Our specialty services include Surgery, Ophthalmology, Internal Medicine and Dermatology.

Successful Candidates will possess the following skills and knowledge (or have the ability to learn):

• Function as charge nurse in respective department/area.
• Provide excellent documentation including client communications, treatments, anesthetic monitoring, and controlled drug logs (Cubex)
• Ability to give clear and concise rounds with relevant patient information
• Educate other staff members with your skills/knowledge whenever possible
• Proficient in phlebotomy, cystocentesis, canine urinary catheter placement and NG tube placement.
• Able to perform treatments/fluid therapy when given dose
• Ability to perform CPR including chest compressions, intubation, and breath administration. Direct others during a code.
• Ability to collect vital, pertinent information from distraught owners when patients are critical.
• Ability to perform advanced laboratory skills including cell morphology review, urine dry prep slide review and fecal review.
• Excellent/effective triage skills including being able to communicate with client status of patient and treatments we are implementing
• Ability to perform phone triage confidently, kindly, and effectively with clients.
• Start immediate stabilization on patients under doctor direction
• Understand relevant CBC/CHEM values
• Understand the use, common doses and contraindications of all medications administered
• Blood transfusion therapy including collection, administration, and transfusion reactions
• Albumin/Plasma transfusion therapy including administration and transfusion reactions
• Identify obvious murmurs, arrythmias and pulse deficits
• Excellent anesthetic skills with knowledge of common side effects and immediate actions necessary to combat them.
• Ability to monitor and record sedation/anesthetic events with confidence
• Know anesthetic medications, their normal range for dosing, side effects, and contraindications

Additional Information:

The list of essential skills and experience as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this position. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a required assignment for the position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Licensed Veterinary Technician in Washington or ability to become Licensed in the State of Washington if licensed in another state within 90 days of hire
• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication skills
• The ability to lift, push and pull up to 40lbs
• Ability to withstand long hours of standing, squatting, kneeling and walking
• Basic computer skills
• Adapt to an ever-changing work environment
• Maintain objectivity during highly stressful/emotional situations
• Keep a positive and professional demeanor during interactions with clients and team members, leading by example

We Offer our LVTs:

• Competitive Hourly Wage + Overnight Shift Differential Pay
• Excellent Work-Life Balance with 3-12 hour shifts (for FT employees)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance – with company contribution HSA account
• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off/Holiday Pay
• Annual Licensure and CE Reimbursement
• Generous Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Our Community:

Nestled along the north banks of the Columbia River across from Portland, the City of Vancouver boasts an urban feel but with plenty of rural access to the bounty of outdoor activities people yearn for in the Pacific Northwest!  With close proximity to the Portland Metro area, and a robust offering of services right here in Vancouver, you can enjoy a wide variety of social activities including great restaurants, theaters, parks and recreation as well as a diverse culture.  Within easy driving distance, you can also explore Washington and Oregon coastal communities and beaches, rivers, lakes and the many mountains of the Cascade range, including the historic Mt. Saint Helens Volcanic area.  Vancouver is also family friendly with great schools, safe neighborhoods and a great quality of life.

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Columbia River Veterinary Specialists in Vancouver, WA is looking to add a Criticalist or Hospitalist to our growing ER/CC & Specialty team working 3 12-hour shifts per week. Our ideal candidate will be self-reliant but able to work well with the team to grow and expand our critical care department. Proficiency in abdominal ultrasound and endoscopy is preferred. Experience and interest in performing surgery is a bonus but is not required.

At CRVS we offer a high standard of care, 24/7, in a beautiful 15,000 sq. ft. building that was remodeled in 2019. Our facility has:

• 14 exam rooms, 3 outpatient procedure rooms, 2 treatment areas each with 4 separate treatment tables, a custom ICU suite plus 2 more ICU areas, 4 surgery suites, an endoscopy suite, and a dedicated imaging center with workstations
• Advanced diagnostic technologies including three GE Logiq ultrasound machines, 1.5 High Field Hallmarq MRI, GE Light Speed CT, C-Arm & fluoroscopy, and echocardiography
• Two Snyder oxygen cage banks, high-flow O2, two modern mechanical ventilators, dialysis, and endoscopy
• Blood bank with, at minimum, FFP and packed red cells available and other products available from the nearby referral center when needed

Compensation & Benefit Highlights

• Starting base salary of $200k with great production based bonus plan options.
• Generous signing/retention bonuses
• Relocation assistance available
• Highly competitive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options), 401K with employer contribution, PTO, large CE allowance with additional PTO for CE or board study, and reimbursement for license and membership fees including VECCS, AVMA and WSVMA.

Live here! Vancouver, Washington is located in the wonderland that is the Pacific Northwest. The outdoor opportunities are endless! Achieve work/life balance in a beautiful outdoor playground. The Pacific Coast, Mount St. Helens, the Columbia River Gorge, the Cascade Mountains, and the high desert are all within driving distance. There are 191 area parks within just within Vancouver! So get out your hiking shoes, backpack, snowshoes, kayak, paddle board, fishing pole, snow skis or bike and start exploring! Then after spending all day exploring the great outdoors, visit one of the 12+ breweries in the “next beer town” or visit one of the 9 tasting rooms in downtown or 17 wineries in the surrounding area.

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please email your resume to Emily Lunsford at elunsford@petvetcarecenters.com or apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.

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Salary: $200,000- $250,000 annually with the potential for generous sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance. 

We are looking to add another board-certified surgeon or residency-trained veterinarian whose primary focus is soft tissue surgery to our team.

Columbia River Veterinary Specialists has been established in the Vancouver/Portland area for over 30 years! Come join us in our mission to provide pets with state-of-the-art medical care and service! We are dedicated to working together as a cohesive and collaborative team to make sure our patients only receive exceptional and specialized care, regardless of the complexity and severity of their health issues. Our strength as a practice stems from our devotion to the well-being of our patients and support of our pet parent and veterinary referral community.

You will be able to provide exemplary patient care in a beautiful 15,000 sq. ft. building that was just remodeled in 2019. Our facility has 14 exam rooms, 3 outpatient procedure rooms, 2 treatment areas each with 4 separate treatment tables, a custom ICU suite plus 2 more ICU areas, 4 surgery suites, an endoscopy suite, and a dedicated imaging center with workstations. We offer advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies including three GE Logiq ultrasound machines, 1.5 High Field Hallmarq MRI, GE Light Speed CT, C-Arm & fluoroscopy, echocardiography, two Snyder oxygen cage banks, high-flow O2, mechanical ventilators, an Olympus arthroscopy/laparoscopy tower, and specialized surgical & neurosurgical equipment. There is also a dedicated pre-op and instrument sterilization area with a sterile hallway and a surgical radiology room!

Compensation Package Highlights

• Fantastic earning potential
• Generous production plan
• Signing and retention bonuses available
• Relocation assistance provided
• Highly competitive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options), 401K with employer contribution, PTO, large CE allowance with additional PTO for CE or board study, reimbursement for DEA, state license and membership fees including ACVS, AVMA, & WSVMA and maintenance of board certification.

Live here! Vancouver, Washington is located in the wonderland that is the Pacific Northwest. The outdoor opportunities are endless! Achieve work/life balance in a beautiful outdoor playground. The Pacific Coast, Mount St. Helens, the Columbia River Gorge, the Cascade Mountains, and the high desert are all within driving distance. There are 191 area parks within just within Vancouver! So get out your hiking shoes, backpack, snowshoes, kayak, paddle board, fishing pole, snow skis or bike and start exploring! Then after spending all day exploring the great outdoors, visit one of the 12+ breweries in the “next beer town” or visit one of the 9 tasting rooms in downtown or 17 wineries in the surrounding area.

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please email your resume to Emily Lunsford at elunsford@petvetcarecenters.com or apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.

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Visit our website at ColumbiaRiverVet.com