Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Commencement Bay Animal Hospital • Tacoma, WA

2d • $24 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Commencement Bay Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) to join their collaborative team in Tacoma, Washington. This is a full-time position with a salary of $24-$28 per hour, depending on experience. The schedule is Monday-Friday with no weekends. The hospital is a busy urgent care and general practice facility committed to delivering exceptional patient care and outstanding client service. The team includes doctors, technicians, assistants, client service staff, and leadership who work together to provide the highest level of care and support one another.

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

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) matching
• Roth retirement savings
• Flexible spending options
• Tuition support
• Referral bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Supplemental coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Employee pet care benefits
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE reimbursement
• TechLife Professional Development Program
• No weekend shifts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed