Announcements
OVMEB is currently seeking a veterinarian board member. The Board licenses and regulates the Oregon veterinary industry, and by establishing standards of practice, licensing requirements, complaint investigations, education and outreach, protects the public and supports positive health outcomes for animals in Oregon. The Board is comprised of both licensed members as well as members of the general public, who are essential to the governance process. Please consider dedicating your time and expertise to the Board and the Oregon veterinary industry.
TO APPLY
Members to Boards and Commissions are appointment by the Governor, and for the Health Regulatory Boards, are confirmed by the Oregon Senate. To get started, click here for more information and how to apply on the Governor's website.
Deadline: The next deadline for consideration of applications is June 28, 2023 for Senate confirmation, anticipated in September. Applications received after the 28thth will be considered for the next round, should a position still be open. Applications are kept on file for any openings for two years.
If you have any questions, please reach out to OVMEB Director, Peter J. Burns: 971-673-0023 | peter.j.burns@ovmeb.oregon.gov
OVMEB strives to support our licensees during this very challenging time. We would like to remind you that the OVMA and PVMA offer numerous well-being offerings: monthly wellness days, guided discussion and art therapy events, financial planning workshops, etc. Please find a list of additional resources for the broader profession and locally here: https://oregonvma.org/resources/wellness & https://www.portlandvma.org/health-and-wellbeing-resources/
2022 Annual Performance Progress Report
Annual Performance Progress Report
Rule Changes
Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board voted to approve the proposed rule changes to OAR 875-040-0010 Certification of Technicians. These rule amendments were unanimously approved during the public Board meeting conducted on February 24, 2023.
OAR 875-040-0010 was amended to allow a Certified Euthanasia Technician (CET) Intern to obtain the required hands on training with any licensed DVM or CET. This will give the interns additional options for obtaining the required hands on training.
Copies of the permanent rule filings which became permanent effective 03/01/23 as well as an updated and current copy of OAR 875 effective 03/01/23 can be found here: Notice of Proposed Rule Amendment OAR 875 03_01_23
Policy Changes
Staff will no longer be proving letters of good standing. Our online system provides the official Oregon verification for licenses regulated by our office and is updated in real time. The verification system is available to the public, at no charge, and can be accessed by visiting https://ovmeb.us.thentiacloud.net/webs/ovmeb/register/# . The system allows for individual verification searches, as well as the ability to download lists of professionals. The printable verification will provide information about the license including the date the verification was generated, the initial date of licensure, the expiration date, and any discipline information. The online system is the only primary source license verification system available. Oregon will not complete state-specific forms or complete verifications manually.
Additionally, online verifications from other states are acceptable as the primary source of verification.