Licensed Veterinary Technician, ER

Ethos Veterinary Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO

401k

Employee assistance plan

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join the Summit Veterinary Referral Center team in Tacoma, WA. This critical care position requires a strong commitment to veterinary medicine and collaboration with specialists. You will participate in various essential tasks including triage, patient monitoring, and surgical assistance.

We offer a competitive hourly pay between $30.00 and $40.00, along with substantial benefits including medical insurance, PTO, and a sign-on bonus of up to $5000. If you're passionate about emergency care and eager to grow in your career, consider applying to join our team!

Qualifications

• 1 year ER/ICU experience required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Capacity to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide proper handling and restraint of medically compromised patients.
• Perform triage, intake assessments, and monitor vital signs.
• Assist with surgical procedures and advanced imaging.

Skills

Emergency care skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Education

Current WA state veterinary technician license

Job description

Join Our Team at Summit Veterinary Referral Center!

Licensed Veterinary Technician - ER/ICU

Are you a passionate and skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician with a focus on critical care? Summit Veterinary Referral Center in Tacoma, WA, is looking for a dedicated individual to join our dynamic ER team. As an integral part of our Emergency & Critical Care department, you will collaborate closely with our board‑certified Criticalists to deliver comprehensive patient care. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to exceptional veterinary medicine are essential for this role.

Schedule

• Various schedules available, apply to learn more!

Compensation

• Sign OnBonus Available Up to $5000
• Hourly pay range: $30.00 - $40.00 depending on experience.
• Shift differentials: $3 per hour weekend day, $4 per hour weekday night, and $7 per hour weekend night.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO
• CE/Dues/License Fees/Uniform Allowances
• 401k
• Employee assistance plan with focus on mental health
• Plus more employee perks!

Responsibilities

• Provide proper handling and restraint of medically compromised patients.
• Perform triage, intake assessments, and monitor vital signs.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills in a fast paced emergency setting.
• Perform IV catheter placement and blood collection.
• Assist with various surgical procedures.
• Monitor, induce, maintain, and recover patients undergoing anesthetic procedures.
• Perform accurate drug calculations and administer controlled medications.
• Conduct in‑house lab work and assist with advanced imaging such as X‑ray and ultrasound.
• Assist with advanced procedures including endoscopy, biopsies, foreign body retrieval, and minimally invasive surgeries.

Qualifications

• 1 year ER/ICU experience
• Current WA state veterinary technician license.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Capacity to prioritize tasks and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and proficiency in record‑keeping.

Why Summit

At Summit Veterinary Referral Center, we pride ourselves on being the largest Emergency and Specialty Center in the South Puget Sound region. With specialists in various fields, we deliver comprehensive patient and client care. Our culture promotes collaboration, passion for best medicine, and continuous learning and development. We prioritize your well-being with structures in place to reduce burnout and support your growth and success.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.