Licensed Veterinary Technician – Neurology Specialist (Full-Time)

Ethos Veterinary Health; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus up to $3,000

Relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision insurance

CE allowance and development support

Paid time off and retirement options

Job summary

Animal Medical Center of Seattle, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, seeks a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our Neurology team. This full-time role focuses on anesthesia, advanced imaging, and complex patient care for neurological cases.

You will support neurology specialists, monitor patients, assist with MRI/CT imaging, and educate clients while collaborating with the care team. LVT credential or equivalent experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred; Veterinary Assistants with hospital experience considered.
• Two+ years in a veterinary hospital setting preferred.
• Strong anesthesia skills; neurology experience and imaging are plus.
• Fluent English in speaking and reading.

Responsibilities

• Assist neurologists with examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Monitor and care for patients with neurological disorders.
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia with proper records.
• Administer medications and communicate patient status changes promptly.
• Assist with MRI and CT imaging and radiographs per safety regs.
• Perform lab tests like CBC diffs, urinalysis, cytology, and cross-matching.
• Educate owners on treatment plans and home care.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff.

Skills

LVT preferred

Anesthesia

MRI/CT imaging

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential

Tools

MRI equipment

CT imaging equipment

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) – Neurology

$30–$40/hr based on experience, skills, and credentials + Up to $3,000 Hiring Bonus

Full-time opportunity in Shoreline, WA

Schedule: Full-time, 4-day work week. Monday–Wednesday, 8:00am–7:00pm or Tuesday–Friday, 8:00am–7:00pm.

Animal Medical Center of Seattle is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing Neurology team. This position is ideal for technicians who enjoy advanced medicine, anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, and providing exceptional care to complex neurological patients.

Why Join Animal Medical Center of Seattle (AMCS)

At AMCS, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll work alongside our Neurology specialists, playing an essential role in patient monitoring, advanced diagnostics, anesthesia support, client communication, and treatment administration. Our Neurology service provides advanced diagnostics, medical management, and surgical treatment for patients with complex neurological conditions, utilizing cutting-edge imaging and specialty care resources. VTS credentialed technicians, or those interested in pursuing a VTS, are strongly encouraged to apply.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Assist neurologists with examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
• Monitor and care for patients with neurological disorders
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia patients, maintaining accurate anesthesia and treatment records
• Calculate and administer medications as directed, and promptly communicate patient status changes to veterinarians
• Assist with MRI and CT imaging procedures, and obtain diagnostic radiographs while following all safety regulations
• Perform laboratory testing, including CBC differentials, urinalysis, fecal exams, cytology, and cross-matching procedures
• Educate pet owners regarding treatment plans and home care
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

What You Bring

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred; experienced Veterinary Assistants with a minimum of 2 years of veterinary hospital experience are encouraged to apply
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a veterinary hospital setting
• Strong anesthesia skills required; specialty and neurology experience preferred; experience with MRI and CT imaging is a plus
• Strong patient care, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care; fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short‑term and long‑term disability, and life insurance

• Competitive compensation
• Hiring bonus up to $3,000, plus relocation assistance for qualified candidates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus life insurance
• CE allowance and professional development assistance, including $750 annually for LVTs and $1,000 annually for VTS technicians, plus career growth and specialty training opportunities
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options (401(k) with company match)
• Employee Assistance Program with therapy and counseling services, licensing fee reimbursement, uniform allowance, and discounted pet care after 30 days

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world‑class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic‑caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two‑way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.