Certified Veterinary Technician

Let your desire to do what you love in a unique and appreciative space guide you here.

If you are a skilled Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) who wants to refocus on patient care, leave the challenges of traditional practice behind, and work where guide dogs get all the care they need free of charge, consider joining Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB). As a CVT on our beautiful campus in Boring, Oregon, you’ll work in an environment where quality never wavers, the veterinary team is supported, and your patients love you.

You’ll learn countless new skills, support our mission, and enjoy working with our incredible dogs and clients in a clinic where 100% of the team is Fear Free certified. And, you’ll never have to write another estimate.

As part of our committed Oregon veterinary team, you’ll work hands on with our training dogs as well as local active guides and puppies. We are a full-service hospital providing daily routine and urgent care to our dogs and puppies. Day to day tasks include surgery, radiology, ultrasound, dentistry, and appointments.

• You will love supporting our mission as you ensure the health of our Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, and Lab/Golden crosses through all stage of their lives.
• You’ll have the opportunity to continuously learn with excellent support and mentoring.
• You can hone and expand your knowledge in a wide variety of areas like laparoscopic surgery, orthopedic and breeding evaluations, canine sports medicine and more.
• We have state-of-the-art facilities and resources to provide excellent care to our dogs, which makes this a great place to work and learn.
• You will love working with our clients (the feeling will be mutual!) and you’ll never have to write another estimate again as our services are provided free of charge for program dogs.
• We support and appreciate our veterinary technician team every single day and make a point to show our gratitude.
• We support continuing education and professional development that aligns with our goals and can help you earn your certification.
• Our generous benefits package includes medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, 403(b), tuition reimbursement, and great wellness perks like yoga and an onsite gym.
• You can bring your dog to work!

• Oregon CVT license
• PennHIP certification within six months of hire
• Fear Free Certification or become certified within 3 months of hire
• 3+ years of position-related experience is desirable

Guide Dogs for the Blind

At Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB), we believe that everyone deserves to move through the world safely and confidently – to live the life they want to live. As the largest guide dog school in North America, we have graduated more than 16,000 guide dog teams from across the U.S. and Canada since our founding in 1942. GDB not only improves mobility for our clients, we further inclusion.

Join our team of more than 300 employees and share your passion for our mission.

At Guide Dogs for the Blind, we respect, value, and appreciate all differences. We welcome all qualified candidates irrespective of your race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Individuals with disabilities, especially those who are blind or visually impaired, are encouraged to apply. If you have a disability and need assistance and/or accommodation with applying for a job, please contact Human Resources.

Pay Range:

$33 - $40/Hour