Licensed Veterinary Technician - Northgate Veterinary Clinic

Northgate Veterinary Clinic Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,095 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team member pet discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

CE stipends and career development resources

Job summary

Northgate Veterinary Clinic Inc in Seattle, Washington is hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to provide exceptional veterinary care and client service. The role involves patient examinations, surgical support, and managing medical records.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and hold LVT certification, along with at least one year of veterinary experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k), and team member pet discounts.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) required.
• One or more years of experience in veterinary care.
• Equivalency in education or experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements through examination and record review.
• Care for patients by administering medications and bandaging wounds.
• Support surgical procedures by assembling supplies and assisting veterinarians.
• Maintain accurate patient records and monitor clinical signs.

Skills

Care and Compassion

Team Orientation

Dependability

Communication

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician – Northgate Veterinary Clinic

PetVet Care Centers. The Northgate Veterinary Clinic in Seattle, Washington currently seeks a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to support hospital operations by providing dedicated, high‑quality veterinary care and exceptional client service.

Position Overview

As an LVT, you will determine animal needs, conduct examinations and diagnostics, assist during surgery and procedural work, provide nursing care, manage supplies and equipment, oversee triage and discharge, maintain patient medical records, and communicate with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements through examination, interview, and record review, and perform laboratory tests and imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, vaccines, and bandaging wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling supplies, restraining patients, and aiding the veterinarian.
• Apply full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment, and drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure patients receive food and water, keep rooms and cages clean, and monitor clinical signs.
• Fill prescriptions and administer medications in a documented, controlled‑drug compliant manner.
• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and humane environment via sterilization, sanitizing, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, and following legal regulations.
• Record patient conditions, reactions, and changes accurately in the database.
• Communicate patient status to owners as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and care for equipment, and coordinate repairs.
• Monitor inventory, place orders, verify receipts, and maintain records.
• Participate in continuing education and read professional journals.
• Release patients to owners, ensuring each animal is clean and groomed.
• Conduct tasks per oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT).
• High school diploma or GED.
• One or more years of veterinary appointment, surgical, or nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
• Equivalency in education, certification or experience may be considered.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Care and Compassion – building rapport and providing emotional support.
• Team Orientation – working cooperatively to achieve goals.
• Dependability – completing tasks responsibly.
• Initiative – proactively addressing work activities.
• Flexibility and Multi‑Tasking – adapting quickly and managing priorities.
• Communication – effective interaction with colleagues and clients.
• Customer Service – exceeding client expectations.
• Organization and Attention to Detail – maintaining an organized system.
• Adherence to Rules and Instructions – consistently following procedures.

Schedule

• Varied schedule
• Posted 4‑6 weeks in advance

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team member pet discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support, including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant circle – a relief fund for personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$24.75 — $32 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V.

Mission

Our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people by providing exceptional, compassionate care. We strive to create a culture of care for our patients, clients, and team.