Relief Licensed Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Night shift premium

Mentorship

CE courses

CE allowance

Mileage reimbursement

Lodging assistance

Job summary

Mid-Columbia Pet Emergency Service seeks Relief Licensed Veterinary Technician for emergency coverage in Pasco, WA. Base pay $28.00-$32.00/hr with a $3.50/hr night shift premium differential. Relief/per diem schedule offers weekend days and optional travel with lodging/mileage support for multiple shifts.

Newly licensed technicians are encouraged to apply and will be mentored in emergency medicine while collaborating with doctors and a caring team.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician in the State of Washington.
• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician Program or equivalent; A.S. Veterinary Technology and VTNE required.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interface with staff and clients.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug doses and other position-related tasks.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient restraint, venipuncture, IVC placement, and collect accurate vitals.
• Perform calculations for drug doses, CRIs, client invoices and estimates, and other tasks.
• Interface with staff and clients with tact, patience, and confidentiality.
• Learn and grow in emergency medicine skills under mentorship from experienced LVTs.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Math calculations

Team collaboration

Client communication

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician in Washington

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician Program

A.S. Veterinary Technology

VTNE completed

Job description

Relief Licensed Veterinary Technician – Emergency

$28.00-$32.00/hr + $3.50/hr Night Shift Premium Differential

Relief / Per Diem opportunity in Pasco, WA

Schedule: Relief / Per Diem, flexible schedules available. Weekend coverage needed (Saturday-Sunday Day Shift). Traveling relief LVTs welcome, mileage reimbursement and lodging assistance available for anyone picking up two or more consecutive shifts.

Why Join Mid-Columbia Pet Emergency Service

Mid-Columbia Pet Emergency Service has expanded our doctor team and is looking to add more LVTs to our practice! If you are interested in learning and growing with an amazing team of nurses and doctors, you've come to the right place. Newly licensed technicians are encouraged to apply, you'll have the opportunity to learn emergency medicine while being mentored by the best LVTs in the area.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Perform patient restraint, venipuncture, IVC placement, and collect accurate vitals
• Perform mathematical calculations for drug doses, CRIs, client invoices and estimates, and other position-related calculations
• Interface with staff and clients using tact, patience, professional courtesy, and appropriate confidentiality and discretion
• Learn and grow in emergency medicine skills under mentorship from experienced LVTs
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

What You Bring

• Licensed Veterinary Technician in the State of Washington
• High school diploma, and graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician Program or equivalent; A.S. Veterinary Technology and a passing score of VTNE
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interface with staff and clients
• Consistent and reliable ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug doses and other position-related tasks
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care

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, including night shift premium differential
• Professional development, including mentorship by stellar Emergency LVTs
• Free monthly in-house RACE-approved courses and staff development opportunities
• CE allowance - get paid to learn, with eligible expenses for continuing education and coursework covered
• Cash bonus for hitting major career milestones, including earning your VTS
• Mileage reimbursement and lodging assistance for traveling relief LVTs picking up two or more consecutive shifts

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.