Licensed Veterinary Technician - Neurology

AAVMP; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Health insurance

Pet perks

401k

CE reimbursement

Job summary

The Veterinary Specialty Center Seattle, part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, seeks a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join the Neurology team in Lynnwood, WA. This full-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities within a 24-hour Emergency and Specialty hospital.

Applicants must be an LVT/CVT/RVT (or pending licensure) with 1–2 years of clinical experience and anesthesia experience. You will assist neurologists, maintain records, perform neuro exams, radiographs, CSF collection, and CPR per

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) required or pending licensure.
• 1-2 years of clinical experience highly preferred—neurology experience is a bonus
• Must have anesthesia experience

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, accurate, and comprehensive medical records, including relevant history taking.
• Assisting doctors with neurological examinations while demonstrating proper handling and restraint of patients with neurological disorders.
• Understanding the basic principles of seizure control, familiarity with the different medications used to treat epilepsy and be able to recognize/address seizure activity.
• Able to recognize changes in mentation and alert the DVM.
• Produce diagnostic thoracic and spinal radiographs.
• Aseptic preparation of surgical site and sterile opening of surgical instruments.
• Sterile preparation of cerebral spinal fluid tap site and aseptic technique for CSF sample collection.
• Calculating and administering analgesic CRI under the direction of DVM.
• Anesthetic induction and monitoring for MRI’s and surgical procedures with or without use of a mechanical ventilator.
• Catheter placement and maintenance: peripheral, central, arterial, and urinary.
• Ability to perform CPR according to RECOVER Initiative standards.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean and organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Ability to work collaboratively and support fellow team members.

Skills

Anesthesia experience

Neurology experience

Clinical experience

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) license or pending licensure

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Neurology

Veterinary Specialty Center Seattle

Lynnwood, WA

Full time

Pay: $27-$38 (Up to $41 for applicants with a VTS)

Who we are

The Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner, is a 24-hour Emergency and Critical Care and Specialty hospital. We offer a collaborative approach to veterinary medicine. We support Emergency and Critical Care, Neurology, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology and Radiology, all in one hospital. We pride ourselves on providing compassionate medical care and exceptional client service.

We are a diverse group of assistants, licensed veterinarian technicians and doctors ranging from residents in training to board certified. We are committed to providing excellent care for our patients and clients and find this is best accomplished in an environment where we foster learning, teamwork while still encouraging autonomy, accountability, and a little bit of laughter daily.

Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our Neurology team!

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) required or pending licensure
• 1-2 years of clinical experience highly preferred-neurology experience is a bonus
• Must have anesthesia experience

Role Responsibilities, Skills, and Knowledge

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, accurate, and comprehensive medical records, including relevant history taking.
• Assisting doctors with neurological examinations while demonstrating proper handling and restraint of patients with neurological disorders.
• Understanding the basic principles of seizure control, familiarity with the different medications used to treat epilepsy and be able to recognize/address seizure activity.
• Able to recognize changes in mentation and alert the DVM.
• Produce diagnostic thoracic and spinal radiographs.
• Aseptic preparation of surgical site and sterile opening of surgical instruments.
• Sterile preparation of cerebral spinal fluid tap site and aseptic technique for CSF sample collection.
• Calculating and administering analgesic CRI under the direction of DVM.
• Anesthetic induction and monitoring for MRI’s and surgical procedures with or without use of a mechanical ventilator.
• Catheter placement and maintenance: peripheral, central, arterial, and urinary.
• Ability to perform CPR according to RECOVER Initiative standards.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean and organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Ability to work collaboratively and support fellow team members.

Benefits - our care in action

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:

• Competitive compensation-$27-38/hr-Thrive reviews performance and compensation as part of its approach to recognizing contributions and supporting competitive growth
• Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account 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
• 401k program
• Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and 3 days PTO to complete

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $27-38/ hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence.

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