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Licensed Veterinary Technician, ER

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Job Description - Licensed Veterinary Technician, ER


Join Our Team at Summit Veterinary Referral Center!

Licensed Veterinary Technician - ER/ICU

Are you a passionate and skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician with a focus on critical care? Summit Veterinary Referral Center in Tacoma, WA, is looking for a dedicated individual to join our dynamic ER team. As an integral part of our Emergency & Critical Care department, you will collaborate closely with our board-certified Criticalists to deliver comprehensive patient care. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to exceptional veterinary medicine are essential for this role.

Schedule:

  • Various schedules available, apply to learn more!

Compensation:

  • **Sign On Bonus Available Up to $5000**
  • Hourly pay range: $30.00 - $40.00 depending on experience.
  • Shift differentials: $3 per hour weekend day, $4 per hour weekday night, and $7 per hour weekend night.
Benefits:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • PTO 
  • CE/Dues/License Fees/Uniform Allowances
  • 401k
  • Employee assistance plan with focus on mental health
  • Plus more employee perks!

Responsibilities:

  • Provide proper handling and restraint of medically compromised patients.
  • Perform triage, intake assessments, and monitor vital signs.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking skills in a fast paced emergency setting.
  • Perform IV catheter placement and blood collection.
  • Assist with various surgical procedures.
  • Monitor, induce, maintain, and recover patients undergoing anesthetic procedures.
  • Perform accurate drug calculations and administer controlled medications.
  • Conduct in-house lab work and assist with advanced imaging such as X-ray and ultrasound.
  • Assist with advanced procedures including endoscopy, biopsies, foreign body retrieval, and minimally invasive surgeries.
Qualifications:
  • 1 year ER/ICU experience
  • Current WA state veterinary technician license.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Capacity to prioritize tasks and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent attention to detail and proficiency in record-keeping.
Why Summit: At Summit Veterinary Referral Center, we pride ourselves on being the largest Emergency and Specialty Center in the South Puget Sound region. With specialists in various fields, we deliver comprehensive patient and client care. Our culture promotes collaboration, passion for best medicine, and continuous learning and development. We prioritize your well-being with structures in place to reduce burnout and support your growth and success.

Join Our Team: If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners, apply now and become a valued member of our dedicated team at Summit Veterinary Referral Center!
If you are interested in applying and meet the qualifications, please complete the application and make sure to include an updated resume.

About Ethos: Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health 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, Ethos 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.

Ethos Veterinary Health 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. 

 
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