Locum Licensed Veterinary Technician

Western Veterinary Partners; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

CE allowance

Competitive pay

Health insurance

PTO

Flexible scheduling

401(k)

Job summary

Western Veterinary Partners is seeking a versatile Licensed Veterinary Technician for a locum role that blends relief flexibility with the stability of a full-time position. You will rotate across 4–6 hospitals in the greater Seattle area, focusing on anesthetic, surgical, and dental cases, and collaborate with diverse teams.

This role offers full-time pay, PTO, benefits, and a people-first culture. Candidates with 3+ years of experience are encouraged to apply and contribute to client

Qualifications

• Excellent client communication and education
• Proficient patient handling and restraint in a clinical setting
• Experience assisting in surgical and dental procedures
• Induction and monitoring of anesthesia
• Blood draws and placement of IV catheters
• Microscopic evaluation of samples is a plus
• Leadership experience is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Rotate across 4–6 hospitals in the greater Seattle area.
• Focus on anesthetic, surgical, and dental cases.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to care for diverse patients.
• Maintain flexible, full-time pay, PTO, and benefits while working relief-style shifts.

Skills

Client communication

Patient handling

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia monitoring

Blood draws

Microscopic evaluation

Leadership experience

Job description

Are you an LVT who thrives on variety and loves putting your skills and education to work while making an impact across multiple teams? Western Veterinary Partners is seeking a versatile,highly-skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician for a locum role that combines the flexibility of relief work with the stability and benefits of a full-time position.

In this role, you’ll rotate across 4-6 hospitals in the greater Seattle area, with a strong focus on anesthetic, surgical, and dental cases. Each hospital offers its own unique culture, caseload, and team dynamics—giving you the chance to collaborate with different teams, care for a variety of patients, and continue growing your skills.

This position is perfect for LVTs who love variety, enjoy connecting with clients and pets, and want the consistency of full-time pay, PTO, and benefits—all while building relationships in a supportive, people-first company culture.

Candidates who have 3+ years of experience with the skills below are encouraged to apply!

• Client communication and education
• Patient handling and restraint
• Surgical and dental assistance
• Anesthesia induction and monitoring
• Blood draws and IVC placement
• Microscopic evaluation
• Leadership experience is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities are subject to change, based on each hospital’s needs.

What benefits do we offer?

We’re committed to retaining excellent technicians and have a competitive benefits program that supports your work/life balance.

• Bonus Package: $2,000
• CE allowance: $1,000 annually
• Competitive pay: $36 - $40/hour BOE
• Health insurance: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans available
• PTO: 3 weeks of annual vacation accrual
• Flexible scheduling: ideally 30-40 hours/week
• 401(k) with company match
• And more!

About Western Veterinary Partners:

Western Veterinary Partnersis a support organizationdedicated to helping veterinary professionals thrive. Our mission is toimprove the lives of veterinary teamswhile supporting exceptional patient care, healthy cultures, and sustainable career growth.

Our network includes a variety of veterinary hospitals across the United States, ranging from single-doctor practices to large multi-doctor hospitals. We believe in empowering our teams,supporting local hospital identities, and creating opportunities for team members to grow professionally while maintaining balance in their personal lives.

If you enjoy a varied caseload, value flexibility, and love building relationships with different veterinary teams, we encourage you to apply and learn more about this unique opportunity.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$36 - $40 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.