Licensed Veterinary Technician – Dental Anesthesia Specialist

Southern California Veterinary Dental Specialties; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Veterinary Dental Specialties (VDS) in Tukwila, WA seeks an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our board-certified dentistry and anesthesiology team. This full‑time position involves advanced anesthesia cases, dental procedures, and mentorship in a busy specialty setting.

Schedule is 10‑hour shifts, Tuesday–Friday, with pay ranging from $33.00 to $38.00 per hour based on experience. Benefits include 401(k), health and dental insurance, PTO, and more.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential required.
• 3+ years veterinary technician experience; 5+ years preferred.
• Strong anesthesia monitoring and patient care skills.
• Attention to detail and multitasking ability.
• Excellent communication; positive attitude and teamwork.
• Background and drug screening required (THC not tested).

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for anesthesia including IV catheter placement and pre-operative assessments.
• Induce, monitor, and recover patients under general anesthesia with accurate parameter recording.
• Administer anesthetic and analgesic medications under supervision.
• Handle dental radiographs and prophylaxis; assist with CBCT imaging.
• Support advanced dental procedures with board-certified specialists.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Dental procedures

Radiography

Record keeping

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Tools

Ezyvet

Job description

Veterinary Dental Specialties (VDS) in Tukwila, WA seeks an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our board-certified dentistry and anesthesiology team. This full‑time position involves advanced anesthesia cases, dental procedures, and mentorship in a busy specialty setting.

Schedule is 10‑hour shifts, Tuesday–Friday, with pay ranging from $33.00 to $38.00 per hour based on experience. Benefits include 401(k), health and dental insurance, PTO, and more.