Emergency Veterinary Surgical Technician (Sign-On Bonus)

PetVet Care Centers; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ Olympia Pet Emergency in Olympia, Washington is seeking a Surgical Veterinary Technician to join our team. The role supports hospital operations by providing dedicated veterinary care, assisting during surgery, nursing care, and maintaining patient records. This position offers a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on experience.

Schedule: four 10-hour shifts. We provide comprehensive benefits including health insurance, parental leave, a 401(k) plan, and a collaborative

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Licensed in the state of Washington with at least 1 year veterinary experience in surgical/departments or high-risk anesthesia.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements via examinations and chart review, conduct tests, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, administering meds, vaccines, and wound care.
• Assist during surgery and operations, provide nursing care, and manage patient records.
• Maintain clean, sterile environments and sterilize instruments according to procedures.
• Communicate with pet owners about patient status and care plans.

Skills

Surgical experience

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

State veterinary technician license (WA)

Tools

Surgical instruments

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

PetVet Care Centers’ Olympia Pet Emergency in Olympia, Washington is seeking a Surgical Veterinary Technician to join our team. The role supports hospital operations by providing dedicated veterinary care, assisting during surgery, nursing care, and maintaining patient records. This position offers a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on experience.

Schedule: four 10-hour shifts. We provide comprehensive benefits including health insurance, parental leave, a 401(k) plan, and a collaborative