Licensed Veterinary Technician ($3,500 Sign-On Bonus)

Gig Harbor Chamber; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Allowance

Uniform Allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Gig Harbor Chamber is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join a General Practice & Urgent Care team. The role offers a $3,500 sign-on bonus and compensation of $31–$38 per hour, depending on experience.

You will provide exceptional patient care, support diagnostics and treatments, monitor anesthesia, and educate clients. The position emphasizes collaboration and a positive team culture in Washington.

Qualifications

• Active Veterinary Technician License required.
• Ability to work in general practice and urgent care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional patient care using clinical skills.
• Support appointments, diagnostics, treatment, procedures, and urgent care cases.
• Perform anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, catheter placement, lab testing, and related tasks.
• Collaborate with veterinarians to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Educate clients and help them feel confident about their pets' care.
• Share knowledge and contribute to a positive team culture.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician License

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician ($3,500 Sign-On Bonus)

We're looking for a passionate, skilled, and fun-loving Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our General Practice & Urgent Care team!

We're a collaborative group of veterinary professionals who work hard, laugh often, support one another, and genuinely love what we do. Whether you're passionate about building lasting relationship with clients and patients or thrive on the variety of excitement of urgent care and surgery, you'll find opportunities to do both here.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Collaboration: We believe the best patient care happens when everyone works together.
• Mentorship & Growth: Whether you're looking to sharpen your technical skills, expand your knowledge, or mentor others, we're invested in helping you grow.
• The Best of Both Worlds:Enjoy the relationships and continuity of general practice alongside the variety, critical thinking, and excitement of urgent care.
• A Culture That Cares:We take patient care seriously, but we don't believe work has to be serious all the time. Expect teamwork, laughter, encouragement, and people who genuinely enjoy working together.

What You'll Be Doing

• Utilizing your technical skills to provide exceptional patient care.
• Supporting appointments, diagnostics, treatment, procedures, and urgent care cases.
• Performing anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory testing, and other patient care responsibilities.
• Partnering with veterinarians and teammates to develop thoughtful, individualized treatment plans.
• Educating clients and helping them feel confident about their pets' care.
• Sharing your knowledge, learning new skills, and contributing to a positive team culture.

Who We're Looking For

You're an LVT who loves veterinary medicine, takes pride in providing excellent patient care, and believes that a great team makes all the difference.

You're Someone Who:

• Holds an active Veterinary Technician License
• Enjoys a mix of general practice and urgent care medicine.
• Is confident in your skills but always excited to learn more.
• Thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Brings a positive attitude, curiosity, and a sense of humor to work.
• Believes in supporting teammates and celebrating each other's wins.

Compensation & Benefits

• $31-$38/hour, based on experience and skills.
• $3,500 Sign-On Bonus: A little extra something to welcome you to the team!
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program

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