Lead LVT: Autonomy in Surgery & Dentistry | Flexible Schedule

Terrace-Heights-Family-Pet-Clinic; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Terrace Heights Family Pet Clinic in Yakima, WA seeks an experienced Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to support surgery, anesthesia, and dental procedures. You will work with a collaborative team in a fast-paced general practice, handling induction through recovery with an emphasis on patient safety and quality care.

The role offers autonomy with strong support, opportunities to mentor staff, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician in WA.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating surgical and dental procedure schedules.
• Calculating and preparing anesthetic medications and dosages.
• Inducing, monitoring, and recovering anesthesia patients.
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography.
• Training and mentoring team members.
• Guiding clients through patient admission and discharge with compassion.

Skills

Training

Inventory management

Monitoring hospital flow

Anesthetic induction

Surgical assistance

Dental prophylaxis

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Medication administration

Low-stress handling

Client education

Team communication

Job description

Terrace Heights Family Pet Clinic in Yakima, WA seeks an experienced Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to support surgery, anesthesia, and dental procedures. You will work with a collaborative team in a fast-paced general practice, handling induction through recovery with an emphasis on patient safety and quality care.

The role offers autonomy with strong support, opportunities to mentor staff, and a comprehensive benefits package.