Licensed Veterinary Technician

Western Veterinary Partners; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health package

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

CE allowance

Job summary

Animal Clinic East, operated by Western Veterinary Partners, seeks an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to support surgery, anesthesia, and dental procedures. This role offers autonomy, trust, and collaboration in a fast-paced general practice, with opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care and client education.

You will coordinate schedules, manage anesthesia, perform dental work, monitor recoveries, and guide clients through admissions and discharges, while benefiting

Qualifications

• 3+ years veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing WA Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Proficiency in anesthesia, dental procedures, and surgical support

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgical and dental procedure schedules
• Calculate and prepare anesthetic medications and dosages
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia patients
• Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Monitor patient recovery and ongoing care
• Guide clients through admission and discharge with compassion

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Anesthetic induction

Surgical assistance

Dental prophylaxis

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Medication administration

Laboratory testing

Medical record documentation

Client education

Communication

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician in Washington

Job description

Animal Clinic East is seeking an experienced LicensedVeterinary 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
• 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: $25-27per 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

*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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Any information provided will be kept confidential and maintained in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. This information will not be used in making hiring decisions.

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.