Licensed Veterinary Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health•Pasco, WA

10d•$28 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - Mid-Columbia Pet Emergency $28–$32/hour + $28-$32/hr base with opportunity for a $0.50/hr weekend shift differential and $3.50/hr night shift differential, both stackable. | Up to $4,000 hiring bonus Full-time opportunity in Pasco, Washington Schedule: Varied, apply to learn more and let us know your availability! Whether you're a new grad looking for the right support system or an experienced LVT ready to expand your clinical skills, this is more than just another day shift position. It's an opportunity to develop advanced skills, work alongside experienced mentors, and grow into the kind of technician you want to become. Why Join Mid-Columbia Pet Emergency Service At Mid-Columbia Pet Emergency Service, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, we believe great ER technicians aren't expected to know everything on day one. That's why we created our ER Immersion Program, a structured, hands-on training experience that pairs you with experienced technicians and doctors who genuinely enjoy teaching, designed to help you build confidence, strengthen critical thinking skills, and thrive in emergency medicine with a supportive team behind you. You'll have hands-on learning opportunities in areas like ultrasound, advanced nursing care, anesthesia, and critical case management, plus continued learning through Penn Foster sponsorship opportunities, CE support, annual conference opportunities including IVECCS, and mentorship for technicians pursuing their VTS goals, all in a collaborative, no-ego environment where questions are encouraged and support is always available.

Requirements

Washington LVT license (or close to obtaining it)
Foundational technical skills and an interest in developing advanced ER nursing skills
Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interface with staff and clients using tact, patience, professional courtesy, and confidentiality
Consistent and reliable ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug doses, CRIs, client invoices and estimates, and other position-related calculations
Eager to learn and grow, team-oriented, and collaborative
A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

Triage and monitor emergency and critically ill patients, escalating changes to the veterinary team
Place IV catheters, draw blood, and administer medications and fluids under veterinary direction
Induce, monitor, and maintain anesthesia and provide skilled nursing care for surgical and critical cases
Perform diagnostics such as radiographs, laboratory samples, and patient assessments within the WA LVT scope of practice
Perform accurate calculations for drug doses, CRIs, client invoices, and estimates
Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams
Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture