Emergency Veterinary Lead — ER & Critical Care

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency in Gig Harbor, WA is hiring an experienced LVT or Veterinary Assistant for our Emergency and Critical Care Department. This role requires dedication to high-quality patient care in a fast-paced specialty environment, with three 12s or 3/12s schedule and potential 4/10s.

Responsibilities include triage, diagnostics, medication administration, record-keeping, client education, and discharge support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of ER experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle fast-paced, high-stress situations with composure.
• Confidence in life-saving procedures such as CPR/BLS.
• Strong phlebotomy and venipuncture skills.

Responsibilities

• Triage and obtain patient history from owners.
• Perform diagnostic tests and out-patient procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by DVM.
• Provide oversight and treatment for multiple ER patients, ensuring gold-standard patient nursing and husbandry.
• Provide support and education to pet owners.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Discharge patients and answer client questions.
• Fill prescriptions and review with owners.
• Maintain cleanliness of the hospital.

Skills

ER experience

Strong communication skills

High-stress composure

CPR/BLS

Phlebotomy/venipuncture

Job description

Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency in Gig Harbor, WA is hiring an experienced LVT or Veterinary Assistant for our Emergency and Critical Care Department. This role requires dedication to high-quality patient care in a fast-paced specialty environment, with three 12s or 3/12s schedule and potential 4/10s.

Responsibilities include triage, diagnostics, medication administration, record-keeping, client education, and discharge support.