Licensed Veterinary Technician, Seasonal

Licensed Veterinary Technician (Seasonal) - ER & Specialty

$30.00–$40.00/hr + Shift & Weekend Differentials

Seasonal opportunity in Vancouver, WA

Schedule

Shifts are determined by hospital needs and may vary or change to support patient care and operational demands. Participation in on-call rotations and work weekends/holidays as scheduled.

We are currently seeking a Seasonal Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team. This temporary position is designed to support our Emergency and Specialty departments during periods of increased patient care demand, team member leave coverage, and staffing needs. This role is ideal for a technician who enjoys a fast-paced environment, diverse caseload, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact on patient care.

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. This role requires a high level of adaptability and the ability to quickly integrate into different teams, workflows, and case types, with department assignments varying from shift to shift, in a supportive work environment focused on wellness and mental health.

In your day-to-day, you will

• Provide nursing care, monitoring, and treatments for hospitalized patients
• Assist in triage and patient stabilization, including IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and CPR
• Perform in-house laboratory testing, obtain radiographs, and assist with advanced diagnostics (endoscopy, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI)
• Assist in surgery, including anesthesia preparation, monitoring, and recovery
• Handle and administer medications and controlled substances in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements
• Support patient admissions, history collection, and discharges
• Provide coverage across departments based on hospital needs
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

• What You Bring
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Current Washington Licensed Veterinary Technician license (or ability to transfer)
• Minimum of 2 years veterinary experience; ER and/or Specialty preferred
• Ability to work safely in an MRI environment with appropriate training
• Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and prioritization skills, with the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, changing 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 a $4/hr shift differential for hours worked between 6pm–6am and a $2/hr weekend differential (12 a.m. Saturday to 11:59 p.m. Sunday)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support, including incentives for professional development
• Retirement savings options (401k)
• 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.