Emergency Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) – Night Shift

Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency (PSVSE); Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education (CE) allowance

Personal pet discount

Job summary

Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency (PSVSE) seeks an Overnight Emergency LVT to handle critical patient care during night shifts. Key responsibilities include stabilizing patients, administering treatments, and collaborating with doctors. Candidates must have an LVT credential and at least a year of veterinary experience. Benefits include flexible scheduling, insurance coverage, and paid time off. Join a supportive team that values your expertise and growth in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have LVT credential and 1+ years experience, preferably in ER or specialty.
• Calm and communicative under high-pressure situations.
• Ability to multitask effectively while being adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Stabilize, monitor, and advocate for critically ill patients.
• Perform advanced technical skills including IV catheter placement.
• Triage incoming patients based on urgency and needs.

Skills

Strong technical and critical thinking skills

Compassionate under pressure

Strong communication abilities

Ability to work independently

Calm and adaptable

Education

Active Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential

Minimum of 1 year of veterinary experience

Job description

Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency (PSVSE) | Gig Harbor, WA

Night shift isn’t for everyone—and that’s exactly the point.

If you’re an LVT who thrives when things are a little unpredictable, who enjoys autonomy, and who can lead with confidence in high‑acuity moments, this is where you belong.

At Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency (PSVSE), our overnight team is the backbone of our emergency service. This is where strong technicians step into their skills, collaborate closely with doctors, and make a direct impact on critical patient outcomes.

Our mission is to deliver exceptional emergency and specialty veterinary care with compassion, innovation, and accountability at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to gold standard medicine while fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and continuous learning.

We grow together by asking questions, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another. Every patient, client, and team interaction is an opportunity to educate, uplift, and provide care with integrity and excellence. Together, we strive to set the standard in veterinary care—every day, for every life we touch.

Schedule & Compensation

• Overnight shifts (typically 7:00pm–7:00am)
• Flexible scheduling options available
• Must be available for at least one weekend day
• Pay Range: $30–$40/hour (based on experience)
• +$4/hr shift differential for shifts worked Monday–Sunday, 7:00pm–7:00am
• +$2/hr shift differential for shifts worked Saturday & Sunday, 7:00am–7:00pm
• Night shift sign‑on bonus available
• Eligible for performance‑based bonus

Position Summary

As an Overnight Emergency LVT at PSVSE, you will play a key role in stabilizing, monitoring, and advocating for critically ill patients throughout the night. This role requires strong clinical skills, independent thinking, and the ability to remain focused and composed during high‑pressure situations.

Overnight teams operate with a high level of trust and collaboration; your voice matters, your skills are utilized, and your ability to anticipate patient needs is essential. This position reflects our core values in action: leading with compassion, creating an inclusive and supportive environment, taking accountability, embracing innovation, and delivering gold standard patient care at every step.

What You’ll Do

• Perform advanced technical skills including IV catheter placement, blood draws, anesthesia monitoring, and emergency stabilization
• Triage incoming patients and assist in prioritizing urgent cases
• Monitor hospitalized and critical patients, identifying and communicating changes quickly
• Administer medications and treatments with accuracy and efficiency
• Support emergency procedures and diagnostics with confidence
• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients during overnight visits
• Collaborate closely with doctors and support staff to maintain strong workflow and patient care standards
• Take initiative in patient advocacy and support team operations during overnight hours

What We’re Looking For

• Active Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential required
• Minimum of 1 year of veterinary experience required (ER or specialty preferred)
• Strong technical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently while remaining a collaborative team player
• Calm, adaptable, and compassionate under pressure
• Strong communication and multitasking abilities
• A commitment to our core values:
  • Compassion – caring deeply for patients, clients, and each other
  • Inclusion – ensuring every team member feels heard and valued
  • Accountability – taking ownership and growing with an open mind
  • Innovation – always looking for ways to improve care and workflow
  • Gold Standard Patient Care – treating every patient as if they were your own

Benefits & Perks

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance
• Annual scrub allowance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Personal pet discount
• Employer‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary benefits including long‑term care, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage

Pay Rate

$28–$38 per hour

Why PSVSE

Overnight teams are a different kind of team; tight‑knit, highly skilled, and deeply supportive of one another. At PSVSE, you’ll be part of a group that values your experience, trusts your judgment, and works together to provide exceptional care when it matters most.

If you’re looking for a role where you can grow your skills, be challenged in the best way, and make a real impact, we’d love to connect.

For more information about our hospital, please visit pugetsoundvetspecialists.com.

Apply

Contact Christine Erickson at [e-mail] or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lakefield Veterinary Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants.