Licensed Veterinary Technician - Full-Time | Weekday Schedule

Wenatchee Valley Humane Society, Inc.; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 120 hours start

Insurance coverage 75%

Retirement matching 3.5%

Continuing education & license renewls

Job summary

Wenatchee Valley Humane Society seeks a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician for our veterinary clinic. You’ll work alongside a lead LVT, experienced veterinarians, a clinic manager, and a team of veterinary assistants, delivering hands-on patient care with minimal training duties for others while upholding safety and quality standards.

New graduates are welcome with onboarding and mentorship tailored to experience.

Qualifications

• Active Washington veterinary technician license or pathway to obtain one before beginning licensed duties.
• Careful attention to patient safety and a willingness to ask questions.
• Clear, respectful communication with coworkers and clients.
• Interest in surgery, community veterinary care, and animal welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care before, during, and after surgery.
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vital signs, communicating changes promptly to the veterinarian.
• Place catheters, collect samples, administer prescribed medications, and assist with diagnostic testing.
• Support veterinarians during public appointments and surgical procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and controlled-substance documentation.
• Explain home care and discharge instructions to clients.
• Work with the clinical team to maintain safe, organized treatment and surgical spaces.

Skills

Patient safety

Communication

Questioning willingness

Surgery interest

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

$26–$30 per hour · Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

New graduates and experienced technicians welcome

Wenatchee Valley Humane Society is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician for our veterinary clinic. You’ll work alongside a lead LVT, experienced veterinarians, a clinic manager, and a staff of veterinary assistants. Your focus will be hands‑on patient care, with minimal responsibility for training other staff.

What your week looks like

Two days each week focus primarily on surgery, with a mix of surgery and public appointments on the remaining days. No on‑call & no weekends.

You’ll help prepare patients, monitor anesthesia, support recovery, and provide care during public appointments. Our lead LVT and experienced veterinarians provide clinical guidance and support. New graduates are welcome, with onboarding and mentorship tailored to their experience.

What you’ll do

• Provide nursing care before, during, and after surgery.
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vital signs, communicating changes promptly to the veterinarian.
• Place catheters, collect samples, administer prescribed medications, and assist with diagnostic testing.
• Support veterinarians during public appointments and surgical procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and controlled‑substance documentation.
• Explain home care and discharge instructions to clients.
• Work with the clinical team to maintain safe, organized treatment and surgical spaces.

What we’re looking for

• An active Washington veterinary technician license, or a pathway to obtaining one before beginning licensed duties.
• Careful attention to patient safety and a willingness to ask questions.
• Clear, respectful communication with coworkers and clients.
• Interest in surgery, community veterinary care, and animal welfare.

Prior shelter experience is not required. Spanish language skills are welcome but not required. Technicians credentialed in other states and recent veterinary technology graduates are encouraged to apply.

Pay and benefits

• $26–$30 per hour, based on relevant experience and skills.
• 120 hours of PTO annually to start, increasing with tenure to a maximum of 220 hours.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage eligibility beginning the first of the month after hire.
• WVHS covers 75% of insurance premiums.
• Retirement matching of up to 3.5%, beginning after six months of employment.
• Paid continuing education, license renewals, and professional dues.
• 24 hours of bereavement leave annually, including up to eight hours for the death of a personal pet.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About the work

Our clinic serves both shelter animals and pets belonging to community members who need affordable veterinary care. You’ll contribute directly to animals’ recovery, readiness for adoption, and ability to stay with the families who love them.

This is an active clinical position involving standing, bending, animal handling, and lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance. The work includes exposure to cleaning agents, medical equipment, and animals with varying medical and behavioral needs.