Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Vetcor•Tacoma, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Commencement Bay Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their collaborative team in Tacoma, Washington. This is a full-time position at a busy urgent care and general practice hospital committed to delivering exceptional patient care and outstanding client service. The hospital emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and continuous learning, with a focus on utilizing technicians' skills to their fullest potential and recognizing their contributions. The role offers a Monday-Friday schedule with no weekend shifts, promoting work-life balance.

Requirements

Current LVT, CVT, or RVT credential
Strong technical veterinary nursing skills
Interest in both urgent care and general practice medicine
Confidence working in a fast-paced clinical environment
Excellent communication and client education skills
A passion for learning and continued professional development
Compassionate patient care and low-stress animal handling techniques
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
A positive, team-oriented attitude
The initiative to work independently while contributing to a collaborative hospital culture

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians with patient examinations, treatments, and medical procedures
Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and laboratory sample collection
Monitor anesthesia and assist during surgical and urgent care procedures
Perform laboratory testing and support diagnostic procedures
Obtain diagnostic radiographs and assist with patient imaging
Administer medications and treatments as directed
Provide nursing care to hospitalized and urgent care patients
Educate clients about treatments, medications, preventive care, and discharge instructions
Maintain accurate medical records and complete patient documentation
Support a clean, organized, and efficient treatment area
Collaborate with doctors and teammates to provide exceptional patient care