Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - Emergency Day Shift - Emerald City Emergency Clinic

Lakefield Veterinary Group•Seattle, WA

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About The Position

Emerald City Emergency Clinic is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care and exceptional service to clients. The clinic aims to deliver world-class care while providing pet parents with clarity and compassion. It emphasizes a supportive, people-centric workplace, work-life harmony, lifelong learning, and resources for team members pursuing new skills or credentials. The technician supports veterinarians through patient assessment, examinations, diagnostics, procedures, treatment, and surgery preparation. They maintain accurate medical records, perform laboratory and imaging tasks, administer medications and vaccines under veterinary direction, and educate clients about pet health. The position is part-time on the day shift, Sundays and Tuesdays from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The stated pay range is $30–$42 per hour, with a sign-on bonus of $2,000 or more depending on experience.

Requirements

Associate degree from a two-year veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).

Responsibilities

Foster a culture built on the values of Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun.
Provide professional, efficient, quality medical care and exceptional client service while maintaining productivity.
Obtain patient medical history from clients and referring veterinarians as needed.
Evaluate patients initially by gathering client information, observing behavior, and checking vital statistics.
Complete preparatory procedures and assist the veterinarian during examinations, diagnosis, procedures, and treatment.
Restrain pets during examinations as needed.
Create and maintain patient medical records and documentation.
Obtain and prepare blood, urine, fecal, and other samples for diagnostic testing.
Perform laboratory tests and update patient medical charts.
Educate clients about pet health needs, nutrition, and preventative care.
Perform X-rays and provide results to the veterinarian.
Fill prescriptions under a veterinarian’s direction.
Administer injections, vaccines, and medication with supervision and under a veterinarian’s direction.
Perform venipunctures, catheterization, and other procedures under veterinary supervision.
Prepare patients, medications, and equipment for surgery.
Support a collaborative team environment that delivers quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient care.
Comply with practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care.
Perform other duties or projects as requested.