Licensed Veterinary Technician
KITSAP Humane Society·Silverdale, Washington
KITSAP Humane Society·Silverdale, Washington
The LVT provides high-quality shelter medicine, surgical support, and treatment for shelter animals and community clinic patients. Responsibilities include performing diagnostics, managing patient recovery, and educating caregivers on medical care.
Kitsap Humane Society (KHS), a highly progressive open-admission animal welfare organization located in Silverdale, Washington is looking to engage additional Licensed Veterinary Technician relief support for our team.
We are open to individuals seeking full or part-time employment.
In addition to practicing shelter medicine and surgery, we are excited to have opened our low-income community clinic this past year.
We partner with veterinary clinics across the region who have identified families in crisis in order to provide urgently needed medical and surgical care in our new, 4,600sf veterinary hospital.
We are looking for a conscientious, progressive, team-oriented technician to provide support for our veterinarians in order to provide outstanding medical and surgical care for the animals under our care.
We are consciously adding positions to our team to support and expand desperately needed services, so this is a great opportunity to get involved in our work and become familiar with the team to see if you may be interested in a permanent career here at KHS!
Job Purpose and Summary KHS’s LVT will work in collaboration with the Veterinary Operations Manager, veterinarians, staff and volunteers to provide high quality shelter medicine, surgery, treatment and care for KHS shelter animals and community clinic patients and clients. Technician responsibilities will include all aspects of surgery and recovery, examinations of patients, caregiver education, medical treatments, laboratory work and radiography. Our LVT must be efficient at time management and able to thrive in a high volume, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
Please include a cover letter with your resume. Position is open until filled.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer At Kitsap Humane Society employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. Kitsap Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of our mission. Having a diverse workforce is this organizations greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact in our diverse and inclusive organization. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360)-692-6977 x1033.
We look forward to reviewing your cover letter and resume!
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.
