Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - ECEC

Emerald City Emergency Clinic•Seattle, WA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Emerald City Emergency Clinic is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join their team in North Seattle. This is a part-time, day shift position, working Sundays and Tuesdays from 7:30 am to 7:30 pm. The clinic emphasizes a people-centric approach, aiming to create an environment where pets receive world-class care and pet parents receive clarity and compassion. They are committed to providing fulfilling careers and healthy work-life harmony, listening to staff needs and supporting professional growth and learning. The clinic is part of Lakefield Veterinary Group, which partners with hospitals to preserve their unique qualities while providing operational support.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Veterinary Technician Level I, II, III and IV

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