Licensed Veterinary Technician
Ethos Veterinary Health·Vancouver, Washington
Ethos Veterinary Health·Vancouver, Washington
Provide nursing care, triage, and technical support across emergency and specialty departments to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. Assist with advanced diagnostics, surgical procedures, and maintain accurate medical records while collaborating with the veterinary team.
$30.00 to $40.00 per hour
Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center is a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital located in Vancouver, WA, just outside Portland, OR.
We offer advanced veterinary technology, including MRI, CT, and more, in a supportive work environment focused on wellness and mental health.
We are currently seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team in a flexible, relief-style float role supporting both Emergency and Specialty departments. This position is designed to provide coverage across teams based on patient care needs, including PTO coverage, leaves of absence, and schedule gaps. This role is ideal for a technician who enjoys variety and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
include competitive compensation, staff pet discounts, continuing education, health insurance, 401k, and a $4/hr pay differential for Licensed Veterinary Technicians working between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. We also offer a weekend differential of an additional $2/hr for any work between 12:00 a.m. Saturday through 11:59 p.m. Sunday.
Enjoy working in a modern space, complete with an employee garden!
This position has an initial hiring range of $30.00 to $40.00 per hour based on skillset, years of experience, and credentials. Placement within the range is determined by qualifications and specialty expertise, with the upper end typically reserved for candidates with advanced credentials (e.g., VTS).
We offer a competitive shift differential for team members working the hours of 6pm to 6am at $4.00 per hour on top of base pay along with competitive benefits, including continuing education, staff pet discounts, incentives for professional development, health insurance, and 401k.
We also offer a weekend differential that is an additional $2/hr for any work between 12 a.m. Saturday to 11:59 p.m. on Sunday.
This position functions as a float Licensed Veterinary Technician, providing support across Emergency and Specialty departments based on patient care and operational needs.
This role requires a high level of adaptability and the ability to quickly integrate into different teams, workflows, and case types. Department assignments may vary from shift to shift.
Shifts are determined by hospital needs and may vary or change to support patient care and operational demands.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
This position requires repetitive motion, which includes periods of sitting/standing, bending/stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
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.
Requires a current Washington Licensed Veterinary Technician license and a minimum of 2 years of veterinary experience. Candidates must possess strong critical thinking skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Market context
Licensed Veterinary Technician roles in Washington are often competitive because clinics need candidates who already hold a Washington State Veterinary Technician License and have completed an accredited veterinary technology program. Employers typically look for strong communication skills and the ability to handle a fast-paced setting, while the listed medical, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement benefits can help a role stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit before applying.