Licensed Veterinary Technician

Chewelah Veterinary Clinic; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

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

We value versatile, client-focused technicians who thrive in a busy general practice, balancing exam room work with hands-on anesthesia, dental procedures, and detailed record-keeping while providing compassionate client communication.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Anesthetic induction

Surgical assistance

Dental prophylaxis

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

IV placement

Medication administration

Lab testing

Low-stress handling

Client education

Teamwork and communication

Job description

Chewelah Veterinary Clinic 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:

• 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
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital

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: $24-26 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a part-time position, with a flexible schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturday, with Saturdays being rotated.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Washington
• 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:

• 3+ 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
• Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
• Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
• Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
• Client education and communication
• Effective teamwork and professional communication skills

**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

Get to know us!

Chewelah Veterinary Clinic is a mixed animal practice with 4 doctors and fun atmosphere. We work with a wide variety of patients, from small and large animals to birds and exotics, including some wildlife (we’ve treated bear cubs and squirrels!). We are a well-established, progressive practice with a commitment to creating an inclusive team culture that values diversity and compassion. We practice excellent client service while holding our clients to high standards of care for our team members, as well. At Chewelah Veterinary Clinic, we all work together to care for animals, each other, and our community.

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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

$24 - $26 USD

Chewelah Veterinary Clinic 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 needs of the business.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of 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.