Licensed Veterinary Technician-Emergency

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Emergency Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is a multi-species, multi-department hospital offering: Small Animal General Practice 24-Hour Small Animal Emergency Integrative Medicine Services Large Animal Field Service Equine Referral Hospital with boarded specialists in Surgery and Internal Medicine In-house Laboratory We have proudly served the Pacific Northwest since 1963 as a full-service, multi-species practice. With more than 20 doctors and a team of 75+ staff members, we provide professional veterinary care 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. We are proud to be AAHA accredited, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of veterinary excellence. Our hospital is well equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, MRI, multiple fully equipped surgical suites, telemetry, and comprehensive ICU facilities designed to support complete inpatient care. We also maintain a robust in-house laboratory. Our team includes receptionists, veterinary assistants, licensed veterinary technicians, and doctors working together to deliver excellent care to our patients and clients. Role Responsibilities Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients. Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow across all hospital functions. Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with the state’s Veterinary Practice Act for licensed veterinary technicians. Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments. Maintain comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems. Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts. Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, examination rooms, and labs. Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members. Experience & Skills Requirements High school diploma or GED (required). Active or pending LVT license in Washington state. At least 2 years of continuous veterinary technician or assistant experience with direct animal/patient care. Desire to practice empathetic, gold-standard medicine benefiting patients. Team-oriented with an ability to collaborate and support each other. Positive, kind, and trustworthy communication with patients, team members, and clients. A desire to constantly grow and advance as a veterinary technician. You’ll Grow with Us Access to our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses – ThriveU. Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills. A program designed to teach fundamentals of running a pet hospital. Benefits - our care in action Compensation: $28-36/hr total compensation. Paid time off including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement leave for humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions. Top-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account. Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations. Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets. Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions. 401(k) program. Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete them. Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program. And additional benefits. Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $28-36/hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. A generous hourly shift differential (between $1 and $4 per hour) is also offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr