Licensed Veterinary Technician (Lvt)

Job Description

If you're an experienced Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a sweet gig by the sound, then look no further, Petzen Animal Wellness in beautiful Gig Harbor, Washington, has opportunities available for:

1. Licensed Veterinary Technicians

AND

2. Experienced Veterinary Assistants

What to Expect:

• Great Work Life Balance: Take advantage of the beautiful area in which we live to maintain a high quality of life while doing what you love!

• Patient Care is our priority: We are advocates for our patients and ensure that we provide outstanding care along with excellent client education and communication.

• A team that operates and feels like a family: We pride ourselves on a welcoming environment where team members feel safe to learn and seek guidance from each other.

• Quality Medicine: Our team of Doctors and Technicians utilize state of the art equipment to perform advanced techniques providing excellent care and treatment services.

• Integrative Medicine: Drs certified in Acupuncture and also offer Chinese Herbal Medicine

• Growth & development opportunities: utilize your skill set to the highest level, perform a wide range of procedures, and learn new techniques!

About You:

• You are a Veterinary Technician (or Experienced Veterinary Assistant) with outstanding client service skills and excellent patient care.

• Quick on your feet, you are a dynamic and efficient worker who contributes to the operation of the entire hospital, helping to get all the day's duties done!

• You understand that clear, effective communication among clients and team members is a priority and are dedicated to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.

• You have a strong foundational understanding and can perform the basic responsibilities of a veterinary technician including (but not limited to):

o Patient assessment and physical examinations

o Phlebotomy and catheter placement

o Knowledge of radiology safety and proper technique

o Anesthesia monitoring proficiency

o Perioperative surgical nursing skills

o Routine dental prophylaxis experience

o Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures

Anticipated Schedule (TBD):

• Full time positions include 4 - 10hr shifts

• Rotating weekend duties

• Part-time opportunities may be available

• Hospital hours are:

o Tuesday

• Friday 9am-6pm

o Saturday: 9am

• 3pm

Compensation: $20-$32/hr depending on licensing and/or experience.

Benefits:

• CE Allowance

• Uniforms provided

• PTO

• Sick Time

• Paid Holidays

• Generous Employee Pet Discount

• 401k

• Medical/Dental/Vision

• Short/Long Term Disability

• Life Insurance

For more information about our hospital, please visit https://petzenanimalwellness.com

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health's innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

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.

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