Licensed Veterinary Technician

Western Veterinary Partners; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee assistance program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Animal Clinic East is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to support surgery, anesthesia, and dental care in a fast-paced general practice. You will work autonomously with a trusted team dedicated to safe, high-quality patient care.

You will coordinate procedures, induce and monitor anesthesia, assist during surgery, perform dental work, and help clients with admissions and discharges with compassion.

Qualifications

• 3+ years veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician in Washington.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, anesthesia, dental procedures, venipuncture, and accurate drug calculations.
• Laboratory testing, medical records documentation, client education, and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgical and dental schedules.
• Prepare and calculate anesthetic medications and dosages.
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia.
• Assist veterinarians during procedures.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and radiography.
• Monitor recovery and ongoing care.
• Guide clients through admission and discharge with empathy.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Anesthetic monitoring

Surgical assistance

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

Medication administration

Lab testing

Medical records

Client communication

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician WA

Job description

Animal Clinic East is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team and provide dedicated support for surgery, anesthesia, and dental procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who wants to fully utilize their skillset with autonomy, trust, and support in a fast-paced, collaborative general practice environment. From induction through recovery, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, high-quality patient care alongside a veterinary team that values skilled technicians.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Coordinating surgical and dental procedure schedules
• Calculating and preparing anesthetic medications and drug dosages
• Inducing, monitoring, and recovering anesthesia patients
• Assisting veterinarians during surgical procedures
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Monitoring patient recovery and ongoing procedural care
• Guiding clients through patient admission and discharge with confidence and compassion

Schedule And Compensation

• Compensation: $25-27 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 5/8 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday. Rotating Saturday on- call shifts with $50 + hourly rate when called in.

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
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance
• 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
  • Accurate medical record documentation
  • Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
  • Client education and communication
  • 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

Why choose Animal Clinic East?

Animal Clinic East is a full-service hospital that offers routine medical care, emergency surgery, orthopedic surgery, dentistry, and grooming services to Walla Walla pets. We prioritize preventative care and are well equipped with digital radiology, an in-house lab, ultrasound, laser therapy, and a long-term, highly skilled support staff (including multiple LVTs)! Our eight-doctor team primarily sees small animals and pocket pets; however, we also treat avian and wildlife patients on occasion. We promote a strong culture, where everyone enjoys each other’s company, and our hospital feels like a home away from home.

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

$25—$27 USD

Western Veterinary Partners 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. Western Veterinary Partners is 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 [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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