Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - Surgery

Surgery Veterinary Technician – Gig Harbor, Washington - Sign-on Bonus

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Licensed Technicians

Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our specialty surgery team in Gig Harbor, WA. This role is ideal for a technician with 5+ years of advanced anesthesia experience who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced specialty environment.

At Puget Sound Veterinary Specialists, our mission guides everything we do:

"At PSVSE, our mission is to deliver exceptional emergency and specialty veterinary care with compassion, innovation, and accountability at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to gold standard medicine while fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and continuous learning. We grow together by asking questions, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another. Every patient, client, and team interaction is an opportunity to educate, uplift, and provide care with integrity and excellence. Together, we strive to set the standard in veterinary care—every day, for every life we touch."

Our core values—Compassion, Inclusion, Accountability, Innovation, and Gold Standard Patient Care—define our culture and drive our commitment to patients, clients, and each other.

What You'll Do:

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  Provide advanced anesthesia support for specialty surgical procedures, including developing individualized anesthetic plans, calculating and administering drugs, placing IV catheters, intubation, and utilizing multi-parameter monitoring equipment (ECG, capnography, blood pressure, SpO2, etc.)

  
  


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  Monitor and manage patients intraoperatively and postoperatively, adjusting anesthetic protocols as needed to ensure patient safety and comfort

  
  


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  Assist with complex surgical cases ranging from orthopedic to soft tissue procedures, supporting surgeons with sterile technique, instrument handling, and perioperative nursing care

  
  


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  Deliver high-level patient care before, during, and after surgery—preparing patients for anesthesia, advocating for pain management, and ensuring smooth recoveries

  
  


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  Collaborate closely with board-certified surgeons, emergency doctors, and a skilled technical team to deliver seamless, gold standard care

  
  


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  Educate and support colleagues by sharing knowledge, mentoring less experienced staff, and contributing to a culture of continuous learning

  
  


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  Uphold the highest standards of safety and compassion, ensuring every patient receives care guided by integrity, empathy, and innovation

  
  

What We're Looking For:

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  Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Washington (or eligible for reciprocity)

  
  


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  Minimum of 5 years anesthesia experience, with preference for those experienced in specialty or advanced surgical anesthesia

  
  


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  Proficiency in advanced anesthesia techniques, including drug calculations, patient monitoring, ventilator use, and pain management protocols

  
  


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  Strong technical skills and critical thinking abilities, with the confidence to anticipate surgical team needs and respond effectively in high-acuity cases

  
  


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  Detail-oriented and safety-focused, with a strong commitment to gold standard patient care from induction to recovery

  
  


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  Collaborative and team-oriented, thriving in an environment that values respect, communication, and shared learning

  
  


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  Compassionate and client-focused, understanding the importance of the human-animal bond and advocating for patients at every stage

  
  


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  Adaptable and eager to grow, open to continuous learning, professional development, and innovation in specialty veterinary medicine

  
  


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  Mentorship mindset, willing to support and guide fellow technicians, assistants, and students as part of a learning culture

  
  

Schedule:
Full-time, Sunday–Tuesday

Compensation & Benefits:

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  Competitive pay: $33–$38/hour (based on experience)

  
  


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  $5,000 sign-on bonus

  
  


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  Performance-based bonus eligibility

  
  


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  Paid time off (PTO)

  
  


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  401(k) with employer match

  
  


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  Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  
  


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  Employer-paid life, AD&D, STD, and LTD coverage

  
  


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  Voluntary benefits (life, AD&D, long-term care, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity)

  
  


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  Continuing education (CE) allowance

  
  


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  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  
  


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  Supportive, team-focused culture surrounded by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest

  
  

Ready to Join Us?
For more information about our hospital, visit https://pugetsoundvetspecialists.com/.
To apply, please contact our Recruiter Christine, at [email protected] or Ashleigh Peters at [email protected] or apply directly at careers.lakefieldvet.com.