Hawks Prairie Veterinary Hospital·Lacey, Washington
Provide comprehensive nursing care for small animals, including surgical monitoring, diagnostic sampling, and dental cleanings. Maintain professional communication with clients and ensure accurate documentation of patient records.
Hawks Prairie Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!
Role: Licensed Veterinary Technician Status: Full-time Salary: $23.00–$29.00 per hour Schedule: Four-day workweeks. Rotating Saturdays. Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program Looking for an LVT Role Where Teamwork, Growth, and Great Medicine Come Together? We are building something special at Hawks Prairie Veterinary Hospital, and this is your chance to be part of it! We’re hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician who loves teamwork and wants to join a clinic where people genuinely enjoy coming to work. Hawks Prairie Veterinary Hospital is a six-doctor small animal practice dedicated to high-quality patient care, collaboration, and professional growth. We strive to cultivate a supportive, fun environment that fosters camaraderie, mentorship, and opportunities to continue building your skills. Working together to establish and uphold the highest standards of patient care, we believe that to care for our patients, we must also care for each other. Why Our Licensed Veterinary Technicians Love Working Here Consistent scheduling Four-day workweeks with rotating Saturdays Team-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growth Leadership that listens and invests in your development Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways What You’ll Do Provide safe and effective patient handling and restraint Support preventative care, vaccines, and client education Provide attentive induction, monitoring, and recovery of surgical patients Support emergency and surgical care, including IV catheter placement and intubation Obtain diagnostics, including radiographs, phlebotomy, sample collection, and in-house lab work Perform dental cleanings and dental radiographs Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients and team members Maintain clear and concise documentation of patient records and client interactions What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring Current Licensed Veterinary Technician credential Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced setting A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taught Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience Strong patient care and technical skills Positive attitude and willingness to continue learning Benefits You Can’t Beat Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program (full-time only) Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply. Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Pet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program State license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement Professional development opportunities Continuing education allowance Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program Join Our Team! Think you're the veterinary technician we're looking for? Apply today and discover what makes Hawks Prairie Veterinary Hospital such a rewarding place to grow your veterinary career! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Hawks Prairie Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
Must hold a current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential. Requires strong technical skills in patient care and a collaborative, professional attitude in a fast-paced environment.
Market context
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