Licensed Veterinary Technician - Madison Park Veterinary Hospital

PetVet Care Centers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Emotional wellbeing support

Emotional wellbeing support

Career development resources

Job summary

A veterinary care organization in Seattle is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide quality patient care and support hospital operations. Responsibilities include conducting examinations, documenting patient records, administering medications, and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, be a licensed Veterinary Technician, and possess two years of relevant experience. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), and support for professional development.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care.
• Ability to operate in a collaborative team environment.
• Dependability and responsible task completion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct examinations and collect samples for diagnostics.
• Administer medications and maintain patient nutrition.
• Document patient medical records accurately.

Skills

Compassionate rapport building

Team orientation

Strong communication skills

Customer-service orientation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Job description

Position Overview

PetVet Care Centers’ Madison Park Veterinary Hospital seeks a Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide quality veterinary care, exceptional client service, and support hospital operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations, collecting samples, performing laboratory tests, and using diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications and vaccines, and bandaging wounds.
• Support exam and operative procedures by assembling supplies and instruments, restraining patients, and assisting as directed by the veterinarian.
• Apply full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, and specialized equipment usage for patient care.
• Obtain and verify medications and maintain patient nutrition and hygiene.
• Administer medications, including controlled drugs, and maintain proper documentation, logging, and security.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment through sterilization, sanitization, and compliance with legal regulations.
• Document patient medical records accurately and update the database timely.
• Communicate with pet owners about patient status as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot issues.
• Manage inventory, place orders for supplies, and verify receipts.
• Participate in educational opportunities and read professional journals to update job knowledge.
• Release pets to owners as directed, ensuring each animal is clean and groomed before release.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) as required by state.
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.

Preferred Skills (Nice To Have)

• Compassionate rapport building and emotional support for patients and clients.
• Team orientation and collaborative work to achieve goals.
• Dependability and responsible task completion.
• Initiative and proactive follow‑through on work activities.
• Flexibility, multitasking, and effective prioritization.
• Strong communication skills.
• Customer‑service orientation and exceeding expectations.
• Organized and detail‑focused with reliable documentation.
• Adherence to standard procedures and instructions.

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members—professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team member pet discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support—including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range: $27,000 – $30,000 USD

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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