Licensed Veterinary Technician

Mukilteo Veterinary Hospital; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

CE allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

Mukilteo Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team, supporting outpatient care and procedural services including surgery and dentistry.

We value credentialed technicians who excel in clinical knowledge, judgment, and client communication, helping elevate patient care in our general practice setting.

Qualifications

• Active and good-standing WA LVT required.
• Minimum 2+ years veterinary technician experience.
• Proficiency in anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist in surgery and dental procedures including radiography.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly.

Skills

Exam room care

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Dental radiography

Client communication

Record documentation

Venipuncture

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) – WA

Job description

Mukilteo Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands‑on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting in surgery
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately

This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $31- 34 hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturday .

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of [state]
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 2+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of Washington **
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
  • Accurate medical record documentation
  • Client education and communication
  • Effective teamwork and professional communication skills
  • Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning

**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply

About us:

Mukilteo Veterinary Hospital has been serving Mukilteo dogs and cats since 1981. We proudly provide pets individualized care, from wellness exams and dental care to surgery, ultrasound, nutritional counseling, and more. Our growing, 6-doctor team is well equipped with excellent diagnostic tools, experienced assistants and LVTs, and a talented support staff. To learn more about our approach to pet care and meet our team, visit www.mukilteoveterinaryhospital.com.

We look forward to hearing from you!

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$31 - $34 USD

Mukilteo VH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate neds of the business.

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