Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - Emergency Overnight -Emerald City Emergency Clinic

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage

Job summary

Lakefield Veterinary Group in Seattle is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to provide exceptional medical care and support in a collaborative environment. This role includes patient evaluations, lab tests, and client education. Candidates must have an Associate degree from an AVMA-accredited program. The pay range is $28 to $37 per hour, along with benefits including PTO and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from a two‑year veterinary technology program accredited by the AVMA.
• Responsibilities include lab tests, client education, and supporting the veterinarian.
• Must comply with practice policies and quality assurance guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional medical care and service to clients.
• Perform laboratory tests and maintain patient medical records.
• Administer injections and prepare patients for surgery.

Skills

Quality medical care

Client education

Team collaboration

Laboratory tests

Venipunctures

Education

Associate degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited program

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) – North Seattle

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 pm–7:30 am (12‑hour shifts, three shifts per week). All shifts are 12 hours.

What You'll Do

• Foster a culture built on the values of Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun.
• Provide professional, efficient, quality medical care and exceptional service to clients while maintaining maximum productivity.
• Obtain patient medical history from the client and referring veterinarians as needed.
• Perform initial evaluation of pet’s condition, collect information from the client, observe pet’s behavior, and check vital statistics.
• Complete preparatory procedures and assist the Veterinarian throughout the examination, diagnosis, procedures, and treatment phases.
• Restrain pets during exams as needed.
• Create and maintain patient medical records and documentation.
• Obtain and prepare various samples, including blood, urine, and feces, for diagnostic testing.
• Perform laboratory tests on samples and update the patient’s medical chart.
• Educate clients about pet health needs, nutrition, and preventative care.
• Perform X‑rays and provide results to the Veterinarian.
• Fill prescriptions under the direction of a veterinarian.
• Administer injections, vaccines, and medication under supervision and the direction of a veterinarian.
• Perform venipunctures, catheterization, and other procedures under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Prepare patients, medications, and equipment for surgery.
• Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets.
• Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care.
• Perform other duties or projects as requested.

Education & Credentials

Associate degree from a two‑year veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).

Hiring Level: Veterinary Technician Level I, II, III, and IV.

Pay & Benefits

Pay Range: $28–$37 per hour.

• PTO
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, long‑term care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity (Employer‑Paid Life and AD&D)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lakefield Veterinary Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants.