Licensed Veterinary Technician-Emergency

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Snohomish (WA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off including parental leave

Top-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) program

Continuing education support

Pet perks including free exams

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare in Snohomish, WA is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician for full-time overnight shifts. This role involves supporting veterinarians in delivering quality pet care, assisting with surgeries, and providing education to clients.

The ideal candidate will hold a Washington LVT license and have two years of relevant experience. Benefits include competitive compensation of $28–36 per hour, comprehensive health insurance, and opportunities for continuing education.

Qualifications

• Active or pending licensed veterinary technician (LVT) license in Washington state.
• Two years of continuous veterinary technician/assistant experience with direct animal/patient care.
• Desire to practice empathetic, gold-standard medicine.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality care and educate clients.
• Assist with surgeries and maintain medical records.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Communication skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Licensed Veterinary Technician in Washington

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Emergency

Location: Snohomish, WA

Shift: Full-time overnight shift, Thursday–Saturday 7 pm–8 am. Flexibility for 4–10 hour shifts.

About the Hospital

Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is a multi‑species, multi‑department hospital offering small animal general practice, 24‑hour small animal emergency, large animal field service, equine referral with boarded specialists in surgery and internal medicine, and an in‑house laboratory. The hospital is AAHA accredited and provides digital radiography, ultrasound, MRI, multiple surgical suites, telemetry, and comprehensive ICU facilities.

Role Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with state Veterinary Practice Act.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and treatments.
• Maintain relevant, comprehensive medical records with practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and maintain clean, sterile examination rooms, labs and treatment areas.
• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Active or pending licensed veterinary technician (LVT) license in Washington state.
• Two years of continuous veterinary technician/assistant experience with direct animal/patient care.
• A desire to practice empathetic, gold‑standard medicine.
• Team‑oriented with ability to collaborate and support one another.
• Positive, kind, trustworthy communication with patients, team members, and clients.
• Desire to grow and advance as a veterinary technician.

You’ll Grow with Us

Access to a comprehensive library of continuing education courses (ThriveU), live virtual workshops, and a program designed to teach fundamentals of running a pet hospital.

Benefits – Our Care In Action

• Compensation $28–36 per hour total compensation.
• Paid time off including 8 weeks of full‑pay parental leave, bereavement, and time off for new pet adoptions.
• Top‑quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings and flexible spending account.
• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations.
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets.
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.
• 401(k) program.
• Continuing education and development support through a free CE library and paid time off to complete courses.
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience. Hourly pay rate starting at $28–36, with an hourly shift differential of $1–$4.