Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - Emergency Overnight

Lakefield Veterinary Group • Seattle, WA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Emerald City Emergency Clinic was established with the goal of being there for pets and their people, understanding that emergency visits are unplanned and specialty care can be overwhelming. They aim to provide world-class care for pets and clarity and compassion for pet parents. The clinic is committed to providing fulfilling careers and healthy work-life harmony, actively listening to staff and ensuring they have the support to thrive. They believe in life-long learning, offering resources and support for team members to grow and pursue new skills or credentials. Emerald City Emergency Clinic is part of Lakefield Veterinary Group, which partners with hospitals to preserve their unique culture while providing operational support. Lakefield is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to deliver outstanding care. The culture is built on five core values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun.

Requirements

• Associate degree from a two-year veterinary technology program with accreditation from the American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA)

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun.
• Provide professional, efficient, quality medical care and exceptional service to clients while maintaining maximum productivity.
• Obtain patient medical history from the client and referring veterinarians as needed.
• Perform initial evaluation of pet's condition, collect information from client, observe pet's behavior, and check vital statistics.
• Complete preparatory procedures and assist the Veterinarian throughout the rest of the examination, diagnosis, procedures, and treatment phases.
• Restrain pets during exams as needed.
• Create and maintain patient medical records and documentation.
• Obtain and prepare various samples including blood, urine, and fecal samples for diagnostic testing.
• Perform laboratory tests on samples and update the patient's medical chart.
• Educate clients about pet health needs, nutrition, and preventative care.
• Perform X-rays and provide results to the Veterinarian.
• Fill prescriptions under the direction of a veterinarian.
• Administer injections, vaccines, and medication with supervision and under the direction of a veterinarian.
• Perform venipunctures, catheterization, and other procedures under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Prepare patients, medications, and equipment for surgery.
• Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets.
• Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care.
• Perform other duties or projects as requested

Benefits

• PTO
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, long-term care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Employer Paid Life and AD&D

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree