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Licensed Veterinary Technician, Emergency, Overnight

Ethos Veterinary Health·Vancouver, Washington

$28 - $35/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
·Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

The Licensed Veterinary Technician will manage patient needs in the ER and critical care department, assist in patient stabilization, and provide updates to pet owners. Responsibilities also include performing diagnostics, monitoring patients, and maintaining communication with the care team.

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Licensed Veterinary Technician - Emergency (Overnight)

$30–$40/hr + $4/hr Overnight Differential (6pm–6am) + $2/hr Weekend Differential (Sat–Sun)

Full-time opportunity in Vancouver, WA

Schedule

Overnight shift, 24/7 Emergency Hospital. Rotating holiday shifts and participation in the on-call rotation are required.

We're a busy 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary hospital just outside Portland, OR, looking for a skilled LVT to join our overnight emergency team. If high-acuity cases and a fast-moving treatment floor are where you do your best work, this role is built for you.

Why Join Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center

At Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll work with advanced technology including MRI and CT, in a collaborative team environment with a genuine commitment to staff wellness. VTS mentorship opportunities are available for credentialed technicians, and our modern facility includes an employee garden and a real focus on staff wellness and mental health.

In your day-to-day, you will

  • Triage, stabilize, and monitor critical and emergency patients
  • Place IV and urinary catheters, and perform venipuncture and fluid therapy
  • Induce and monitor general anesthesia and sedation
  • Run diagnostics, document in medical records, and support CPR
  • Communicate treatment plans and updates to pet owners and the care team
  • Discharge patients and provide thorough client education
  • Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams
  • Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture
  • What You Bring
  • Active Washington LVT license, or ability to transfer an out-of-state license
  • 6+ months of veterinary technician experience; completion of an AVMA-accredited vet tech program preferred
  • Strong technical skills: IV and urinary catheters, venipuncture, safe animal restraint
  • Team-oriented with excellent communication and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
  • 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 overnight and weekend shift differentials
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings options (401(k) with employer match)
  • Continuing education support
  • Paid time off and sick leave
  • Staff pet discounts

Location Highlight Vancouver, WA sits just across the river from Portland, OR, offering easy access to the amenities of a major metro area alongside a strong sense of local community. With the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood nearby, it's a great home base for outdoor recreation.

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.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Talent Acquisition Partner Kira Wolff at kira.wolff@ethosvet.com

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.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 6 months of veterinary experience, with a preference for those who have completed an AVMA-accredited program. An LVT license or the ability to transfer an out-of-state license to Washington is required.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Flexibility
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Record Keeping
  • Patient Care
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Triage
  • Mentorship
  • Client Education
  • Diagnostics
  • Anesthesia Monitoring
  • IV Catheter Placement
  • Drug Therapy
  • Veterinary Experience
  • Restraint Techniques

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401k
  • Continuing Education
  • Staff Pet Discounts

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$28 - $35/hr
Location
Vancouver, Washington
Posted
Apr 29, 2026
Closes
Jul 28, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Ethos Veterinary Health

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...

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