{"id":754975,"url":"https://alion.io/job/dovelewis-referral-team-certified-veterinary-technician-cvt","title":"Referral Team Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)","company":{"id":693008,"name":"DoveLewis -","domain":"dovelewis.org","url":"https://alion.io/company/dovelewis","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Breezy","truth_index":null},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":null,"employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Portland, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":33000,"max_usd":78000,"period":"year","method":"role_country_seniority_unknown","sample_n":5290},"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-08-24T22:58:39Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-08-24","last_verified_at":"2026-09-24T16:49:55Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":30,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":30},"description":"Referral Team Technician\nDoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital | Portland, OR\nDoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our new referral team.\nThe Referral Team is dedicated to creating an exceptional experience for patients, clients, and referring veterinarians by ensuring referred patients are received efficiently, historical medical information is complete, and communication is seamless throughout the referral process.\nAs a Referral Team Technician, you will play a critical role in coordinating care for patients referred to DoveLewis from outside veterinary clinics. This position blends patient intake, clinical nursing support, client communication, referral coordination, and medical records management to help ensure continuity of care and a high-touch experience for both clients and veterinary partners.\nThis role is ideal for a technician who enjoys both clinical patient care and relationship-based coordination, thrives in a collaborative environment, and values organization, communication, and service excellence.\nWhat you’ll do:\nSupport inpatient and ICU patient care, including medication administration, procedural assistance, vital monitoring, and patient assessments\nAssist with advanced procedures and therapies, including, but not limited to, chest tube placement and management, extracorporeal therapies, high-flow oxygen therapy, and mechanical ventilation\nReceive referred patients and support the intake process.\nObtain patient history, vital signs, and assist with clinical nursing support.\nCarry out doctor orders and help prepare patients for continued specialty or emergency care.\nServe as a communication touch point for clients, referring veterinarians, and DoveLewis care teams.\nCoordinate and collect medical records from outside clinics and clients to ensure complete patient histories are available.\nFacilitate smooth handoffs between referring veterinarians and DoveLewis medical teams.\nSupport referral documentation, scheduling coordination, and follow-up communication.\nHelp provide a seamless, elevated experience for clients and referring veterinary partners.\nWhat you can look forward to at DoveLewis:\nUtilizing your license and technical skills to their fullest potential while supporting high-quality patient care.\nWorking in a highly collaborative specialty and emergency teaching hospital environment.\nRegular Continuing Education, including in-house CE and professional development opportunities.\nExposure to a wide variety of specialty services including Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology, Diagnostic Imaging, Exotics, and more.\nThe opportunity to help shape a new, highly coordinated referral experience for patients and veterinary partners.\nBenefits + Compensation:\nEquitable health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and $0 mental health copays.\n403(b) retirement plan with company match and access to financial advising.\nStudent debt repayment assistance for all employees.\nPaid vacation, sick time, holiday pay, and bereavement leave (including time off for pet family members).\nContinuing education support, including license reimbursement and professional dues assistance.\nA meaningful opportunity to work for a mission-driven nonprofit hospital dedicated to advancing veterinary medicine and supporting pets and people.\nWhat are we looking for in a candidate?\nExperience + Education:\nCurrent Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) license in Oregon required (or transferable credential such as LVT/RVT eligible for Oregon licensure).\nInterest in pursuing or currently holding a VTS certification is encouraged as part of professional growth and development, but is not required.\nExperience in emergency, specialty, referral, or critical care medicine preferred.\nStrong interest in client communication, referral coordination, and continuity of care.\nAA or BA/BS degree from an accredited veterinary technician program preferred.\nAny suitable combination of education and experience may substitute.\nKnowledge, Skills + Abilities:\nStrong organizational skills and attention to detail.\nExceptional communication and customer service skills.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.\nStrong interpersonal skills with a collaborative and service-oriented approach.\nAbility to remain calm, professional, and compassionate during stressful situations.\nCommitment to delivering an elevated experience for both clients and referring veterinary partners.\nThe Pacific Northwest Advantage:\nWith the ocean an hour away to the west and mountains an hour away to the east, Portland offers endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts and animal lovers alike. Enjoy hiking, food culture, farmers markets, local coffee, and access to one of the country’s most pet-friendly cities.\nHow to apply:\nTo be considered, you must complete the online application and upload a resume. Resumes received without a completed online application will not be considered.\nDoveLewis is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free workplace. 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