Veterinary Technician (LVT)
About The Position
Meadows Cat Hospital is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician for its feline-only veterinary practice in downtown Issaquah, Washington. The technician will provide high-quality care to feline patients and work closely with their owners as part of a collaborative team of doctors and technicians. The practice offers support and mentorship, including opportunities to develop feline medicine skills. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts per week, including one Saturday per month. Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs and the technician’s experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities. The role requires a current Licensed Veterinary Technician credential.
Requirements
- Current Licensed Veterinary Technician credential.
- Strong technical and patient care skills, especially with feline patients.
- Experience with anesthesia monitoring and dental procedures.
- Knowledge of preventive care and vaccine protocols.
- Excellent communication and client service skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- A positive, team-oriented mindset and commitment to continuous learning.
- Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistance.
Responsibilities
- Handle and restrain feline patients safely and effectively.
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
- Monitor anesthesia and support dental prophylaxis procedures.
- Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, and collect samples.
- Take diagnostic radiographs and other diagnostic images.
- Run in-house laboratory testing and diagnostics.
- Assist with emergency and surgical patient care.
- Educate clients on preventive care, treatments, and patient needs.
- Maintain accurate medical records and client communication notes.
- Collaborate with teammates to provide exceptional patient care.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with a flexible compensation approach that reflects skill set and future performance.
- 401(k) matching and Roth Retirement Savings Plan.
- Flexible Spending Account for full-time employees.
- 529 Savings Plan.
- Tuition support program.
- Referral bonus program.
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees.
- Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance, for full-time employees.
- Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child for eligible full-time employees after one year of service; this benefit does not apply in states with paid family leave programs.
- Sick time and paid time off.
- Free or discounted lab work for employee pets.
- Pet discounts on services and products, plus a pet food discount program.
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program.
- State veterinary technician license reimbursement.
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement.
- Professional development opportunities and continuing education allowance.
- Uniform allowance.
- Six paid holidays for full-time employees.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee discount program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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