Licensed Veterinary Technician - Urgent Care

Mission Pet Health; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Livewell Animal Urgent Care of Bothell is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency and critical care under veterinarian supervision. You will triage, monitor patients, stabilize as needed, and guide teams in a high-pressure environment.

Ideal candidates hold an AVMA-accredited VT program credential, state licensure, and have 1 year of veterinary experience, with preferred urgent care exposure. Strong communication and calm leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program and a current state license in good standing.
• One year of experience in a veterinary setting is preferred; urgent care or emergency experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in emergency procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and critical care nursing.
• Calm, confident approach to handling animals and fast-paced situations.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Be a Lifeline for Patients in Crisis: triage, stabilize, monitor, and provide critical care under supervision.
• Provide clarity in critical moments: explain treatments, review discharge instructions, reassure owners.
• Lead and elevate the team in a fast-paced setting to ensure smooth workflow and collaboration.
• Ensure seamless care: accurate record-keeping for handoffs, case management, and communications.

Skills

Emergency triage

Critical care nursing

Team leadership

Clear communication

Pressure management

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program

Tools

Anesthesia monitoring equipment

Emergency care equipment

Job description

Your Impact as an Urgent Care Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Note: The Credentailed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state’s Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.

• Be a Lifeline for Patients in Crisis: You'll be on the front lines, utilizing your full skillset in triage, stabilization, patient monitoring, and critical care under veterinarian supervision.
• Provide Clarity in Critical Moments: You'll be a vital and calming link for pet owners, clearly explaining treatments, reviewing discharge instructions, and providing reassurance during stressful times.
• Lead and Elevate Your Team: In a fast-paced setting, you'll guide and support your colleagues, ensuring a smooth workflow and fostering a focused, collaborative atmosphere.
• Ensure Seamless Care: Your clear and accurate record-keeping in a fast-paced environment will be crucial for patient handoffs, case management, and effective team communication.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A calm, efficient, and decisive approach, especially during medical emergencies.
• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program and a current state license in good standing.
• Proficiency in a range of technical skills, with a strong aptitude for emergency procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and critical care nursing.
• Confidence in handling animals of all temperaments and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively under pressure.
• One year of experience in a veterinary setting is preferred; urgent care or emergency experience is a plus!

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