Licensed Veterinary Technician - Neurology

BluePearl Pet Hospital; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 35,307 - 67,764; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid disability benefits

Parental leave benefits

Health insurance options

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Continuing education plan

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician for the Neurology department, where you will assist with complex medicine and surgical cases. Responsibilities include patient care using advanced technician skills, anesthesia maintenance, and diagnostics.

Compensation ranges from $25.63 to $49.19 per hour, with additional shift differentials for night and weekend work. The role offers growth opportunities within a family-oriented culture that values teamwork and employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician.
• Preferred experience in Veterinary Neurology Specialty.

Responsibilities

• Drive excellence in patient care.
• Maintain grasp of veterinary medical terms.
• Induce and maintain anesthesia.
• Utilize advanced technician skills.
• Obtain and collaborate on patient vitals.
• Provide outstanding customer service.
• Perform diagnostics and procedures.
• Know commonly-used medications.
• Perform phlebotomy and IV placements.
• Willingness to learn outpatient/inpatient care.

Skills

Veterinary nursing skills

Knowledge of veterinary medical terms

Anesthesia maintenance

Phlebotomy

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Position Overview

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Tacoma, WA is hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician to assist in our Neurology department. Our cases include complex medicine, surgeries, and emergencies.

Compensation

Veterinary Technician (LVT) Pay: $25.63 - $49.19 per hour, depending on experience and advancement through Kahuna leveling system.

We offer shift differentials on nights and weekends as well as competitive pay with opportunities for growth. Shift differentials are based on a 4-hour minimum.

• Mon – Fri: 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. = $4.00 shift differential
• Sat & Sun: 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. = $5.50 shift differential
• Sat & Sun: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. = $4.00 shift differential

Responsibilities

• Drive excellence in patient care by exercising a high level of nursing skill.
• Maintain a solid grasp of common veterinary medical terms and abbreviations.
• Induce and maintain anesthesia for Neurology patients during MRI scans and surgery.
• Utilize advanced technician skills such as placing urinary catheters, CRIs, NG tubes, blood transfusions, and hands‑free radiology.
• Obtain vitals such as temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure, and collaborate with Veterinarian on abnormalities.
• Display a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations.
• Perform diagnostics and procedures.
• Know commonly‑used medications and associated side effects.
• Perform phlebotomy and place intravenous catheters.
• Show willingness to learn aspects of triage, outpatient, and inpatient care.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician.
• Experience in Veterinary Neurology Specialty preferred.

Why BluePearl?

• Passion for pets and support through Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for treatments, procedures, and food.
• Career growth through skill‑leveling, talent development programs, and leadership workshops.
• Access to continuing education, BluePearl University, and over 2,000 medical journals.
• Health and well‑being resources including stress management and mental health support.
• Family‑like culture that values teamwork and industry leadership.

Benefits

• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Paid time off and floating holiday plans.
• Health savings account.
• Flexible savings account.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Annual scrub allowance: full‑time associates receive $200 credit in BluePearl store.
• Referral bonus program.
• State licensure reimbursements.
• VTNE reimbursements.
• Additional VTS benefits for established VTS technicians.
• Continuing education plan: $500 per year for CVT, $750 for VTS, and rollover up to $1,500.
• Full‑time CVT associates receive 8 hours of paid CE each year; VTS associates receive 12 hours; paraprofessionals up to $150 stipend.

Immigration

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must have unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment‑based green card.

Equal Opportunity Statement

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and each applicant will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace.