Ethos Veterinary Health·Vancouver, Washington
Manage patient needs in the ER and critical care department, including triage, stabilization, and diagnostic treatments. Provide continuous patient monitoring, anesthesia induction, and detailed client education regarding home care and medications.
Licensed Veterinary Technician, Emergency
$30.00–$40.00/hr + Shift & Weekend Differentials + Sign-On Bonus Up to $5,000
Full-time opportunity in Vancouver, WA
Day Shift. All employees are scheduled and expected to work rotating holiday shifts in the emergency and critical care department, and required to participate in the on-call rotation as needed. Shifts are subject to revisions and changes at the discretion of the hospital.
Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center is a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital located in Vancouver, WA, just outside Portland, OR, offering advanced veterinary technology in a supportive work environment focused on wellness and mental health.
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 veterinary technology, including MRI, CT, and more, in a modern space complete with an employee garden. VTS mentorship opportunities are available, and the hospital is focused on building a supportive environment centered on wellness and mental health.
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.
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.
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
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.
Requires a high school diploma and a valid LVT license (or ability to transfer one to Washington), with a preference for AVMA-accredited program completion. Candidates must have at least 6 months of veterinary experience and strong communication skills.
Market context
In Washington, nursing support roles such as Certified Nursing Assistant positions are typically in steady demand across hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings. Competition often centers on active state licensure, current CPR/BLS certification, and reliable communication skills, while benefits like health insurance, paid time off, sick leave, dental, and life coverage can help distinguish offers. Before applying, confirm your CNA license status and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.