Lead Surgery Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Lakefield Veterinary Group•Gig Harbor, WA

1d•$35 - $40

About The Position

Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to oversee and support our specialty surgery team in Gig Harbor, WA. This role is ideal for a highly skilled technician with 5+ years of advanced anesthesia and surgical experience who is ready to step into a leadership position—guiding a talented team while maintaining hands-on involvement in patient care. At Puget Sound Veterinary Specialists, our mission guides everything we do: "At PSVSE, our mission is to deliver exceptional emergency and specialty veterinary care with compassion, innovation, and accountability at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to gold standard medicine while fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and continuous learning. We grow together by asking questions, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another. Every patient, client, and team interaction is an opportunity to educate, uplift, and provide care with integrity and excellence. Together, we strive to set the standard in veterinary care—every day, for every life we touch." Our core values—Compassion, Inclusion, Accountability, Innovation, and Gold Standard Patient Care—define our culture and guide our commitment to excellence in every case.

Requirements

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Washington (or eligible for reciprocity)
Minimum of 5 years anesthesia experience; specialty or advanced surgical anesthesia strongly preferred
Proven leadership or mentorship experience within a veterinary hospital setting
Mastery of advanced anesthesia and surgical nursing techniques, with the ability to troubleshoot and teach others
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
A leader who balances accountability with compassion, inspiring confidence and respect in their team
Commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and fostering a collaborative workplace culture

Responsibilities

Provide advanced anesthesia support for specialty surgical procedures, including creating anesthetic plans, administering drugs, monitoring patients with advanced equipment, and managing recovery
Lead the surgical technician team, overseeing workflow, delegating tasks, and ensuring consistent delivery of gold standard care
Mentor, train, and develop staff, serving as a role model and resource for anesthesia, surgical nursing, and patient safety practices
Support surgeons and the surgical service in case preparation, perioperative nursing care, and maintaining sterile technique for complex soft tissue and orthopedic procedures
Implement and uphold protocols to ensure efficiency, safety, and quality standards across all surgical cases
Collaborate with hospital leadership on scheduling, workflow, and team development initiatives
Foster a culture of teamwork and accountability, encouraging open communication and shared learning
Advocate for patients by promoting best practices in pain management, monitoring, and recovery care

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus
Performance-based bonus eligibility
Paid time off (PTO)
401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life, AD&D, STD, and LTD coverage
Voluntary benefits (life, AD&D, long-term care, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity)
Continuing education (CE) allowance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Supportive, team-focused culture surrounded by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest