Pain Management and Rehab Veterinary Technician

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our Pain Management and Rehabilitation team.

As a Pain Management and Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician , you will play a key role in providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients dealing with acute and chronic pain. You’ll support pain management and rehab patients throughout their visit — assisting with diagnostics and procedures, monitoring sedation and anesthesia, administering medications, and using therapeutic modalities such as laser therapy, hydrotherapy, and PEMF.

You’ll work closely with veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and other specialists to ensure patient comfort, safety, and support during their treatment. You’ll also play a critical part in client communication, helping caregivers understand their pet’s needs and guiding them through post-visit care.

This role is ideal for someone who is invested in continuing education, passionate about animal comfort and welfare, and eager to grow with a rapidly evolving service. A genuine love and respect for animals is essential, as is an appreciation for the human-animal bond.

Wage:

This position qualifies for a 10% weekend differential pay for relevant shifts.

- $28–$36 hourly for Veterinary Technicians (or other license type transferable to Oregon)

- $38–$44 hourly for Veterinary Technician Specialists

Schedule:

The schedule will most likely be 4 10-hour weekday shifts per week.

What are we looking for in a candidate?

- Someone passionate about patient comfort and dedicated to delivering the highest quality of care.

- Technicians who are curious, flexible, and ready to grow with a service that continues to evolve.

- A team player who thrives in collaborative environments and understands the importance of clear communication across specialties.

- 2+ years working in the veterinary field as a technician or assistant minimum.

- Experience in anesthesia, sedation, and/or chronic pain management highly preferred.

- Current status as a Certified Veterinary Technician in Oregon OR a Licensed/Registered Veterinary Technician elsewhere with the ability to transfer to Oregon.

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Any suitable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above.

What you can look forward to at DoveLewis:

- Working within a growing Pain Management service that values education, innovation, and collaboration.
- Hands-on experience with therapeutic modalities including class IV laser, PEMF, and hydrotherapy.
- Supporting a diverse range of departments and collaborating across specialties, including ECC, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Exotics, Hospice, Urgent Care, and Diagnostic Imaging.
- VTS pathway support, especially in anesthesia & analgesia.
- Equitable health benefits (medical, dental, vision, $0 mental health copays, LGBTQIA+ affirming care).
- 403(b) retirement plan with financial advising.
- Student debt repayment assistance (available after 1 month).
- Paid vacation, sick time, holiday pay, and bereavement leave (including time off for pet loss).
- Continuing education support, including license reimbursement, professional dues assistance, and access to atDove , with 100+ hours of on-demand, RACE-approved CE content.
- A nonprofit mission that makes your work meaningful every day.

How to apply:

To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application and upload a resume. Resumes received without a completed online application will not be considered.

DoveLewis is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment background and drug screen for illegal substances is required.