Veterinary Technician

NVA; Gig Harbor (WA); Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 44.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

LVT license reimbursement

Generous employee pet discounts

Uniform provided

Additional NVA employee benefits

Zusammenfassung

Harbor Animal Hospital in Gig Harbor, WA is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our experienced, collaborative team. You will apply your anesthesia, dental, venipuncture, and nursing skills to provide high-quality patient care.

Whether you’re an experienced LVT or a new graduate, you’ll be mentored and supported as you grow in dentistry, surgery, and client education. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered in a team-focused environment.

Qualifikationen

• WA LVT license required or ability to obtain
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for veterinary medicine and patient care

Aufgaben

• Anaesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Dental procedures and dental radiographs
• Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory work
• Patient treatments and nursing care
• Surgical and procedural support
• Client education and communication
• Collaborate closely with doctors and support team to provide excellent patient care

Kenntnisse

Communication

Teamwork

Care for animals

Ausbildung

Washington LVT license

Jobbeschreibung

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Harbor Animal Hospital - Gig Harbor, WA

Harbor Animal Hospital is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our experienced and collaborative team in Gig Harbor, WA.

Established in 2005, Harbor Animal Hospital is an 8-doctor practice with deep roots in our community. We’re proud to have an experienced team, including several team members who have been with us for 10–20+ years, while continuing to welcome fresh ideas and new energy.

Whether you’re an experienced LVT or a new graduate looking for mentorship, you’ll find a team that wants you to use your skills, build confidence, and take ownership of your role.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Experienced team of doctors, LVTs, and veterinary assistants
• Opportunities to grow your skills in dentistry, surgery, rehabilitation, and more
• Strong community involvement, including partnerships with six local rescue organizations
• A hospital that continues to invest in its facility, equipment, and team
• Supportive environment where new ideas and initiative are encouraged

What You’ll Do

As an LVT, you’ll have the opportunity to fully utilize your technical skills while providing high-quality, compassionate patient care, including:

• Anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Dental procedures and dental radiographs
• Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory work
• Patient treatments and nursing care
• Surgical and procedural support
• Client education and communication
• Working closely with our doctors and support team to provide excellent patient care

What We’re Looking For

• Current Washington LVT license or ability to obtain
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for veterinary medicine and patient care
• Motivation to learn, grow, and contribute to the team

Schedule & Compensation

Full-Time: Four 10-hour shifts per week

Compensation: $25–$32/hour, depending on experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Continuing education opportunities
• LVT license reimbursement
• Generous employee pet discounts
• Uniform provided
• Additional NVA employee benefits

If you’re looking for an LVT position where you can use your skills, learn from an experienced team, and have a voice in your hospital, we’d love to meet you.

Purpose

Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission

Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values

Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

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NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.