Job Description

Licensed Veterinary Technician (Emergency & Critical Care) | $29.00–$38.00/hr + Shift Differentials + $5,000 Sign-On Bonus | Full-Time | Poulsbo, WA

Compensation

• $29.00–$38.00 per hour, depending on experience

• $5,000 sign-on bonus for all full-time new hires

• $3.00/hour shift differential for hours worked between 7:00 PM and 7:00 AM

• $2.00/hour weekend differential from midnight Saturday through midnight Sunday

• Additional compensation for call-ins and holiday shifts

• Bonus opportunities available

Schedule

• Full-time and part-time opportunities available

• Hospital operates 24/7, including weekends and holidays

• Swing Shift: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM

• Overnight Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

• Weekend availability preferred

Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), life insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401(k) with company match, paid time off, uniform allowance, continuing education allowance, paid license renewal, employee pet discount, tuition reimbursement, flexible scheduling where possible, and opportunities for additional bonuses.

Licensed Veterinary Technician (Emergency & Critical Care)

Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys critical thinking, and wants to continue advancing your technical skills? Animal Emergency and Specialty Center is seeking an Emergency & Critical Care LVT to join our collaborative team of emergency and specialty professionals.

Whether you are looking to deepen your emergency medicine experience, work alongside specialists, or contribute to a positive and supportive hospital culture, we provide the mentorship, resources, and caseload to help you grow.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional nursing care to emergency and critically ill patients

• Assist veterinarians with emergency procedures, diagnostics, and treatments

• Monitor hospitalized and intensive care patients

• Administer medications, treatments, and fluid therapy as directed

• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory sample collection, and patient monitoring

• Support anesthesia and sedation procedures as needed

• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, specialists, and fellow team members

• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation

• Mentor and support fellow technicians and assistants

• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and patient-focused hospital culture

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential in good standing or ability to obtain Washington licensure

• Emergency, critical care, or specialty experience preferred but not required

• Strong technical and patient care skills

• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Commitment to providing compassionate patient care and client service

• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Hospital Information
Animal Emergency and Specialty Center is a 12,000-square-foot emergency and specialty hospital serving pets and their families throughout the Pacific Northwest. Our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality care when patients need it most while fostering a culture built on teamwork, transparency, respect, and professional growth.

Team members enjoy working alongside experienced emergency doctors and specialists while gaining exposure to a diverse caseload and advanced veterinary medicine. We value collaboration, continuous learning, and creating an environment where every team member's voice is heard.
Learn more about us:

Surrounding Commuter Areas
Our hospital is located in Poulsbo, WA, where you'll find a small-town charm surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. With easy access to the Olympic Mountains, Puget Sound, and Seattle via ferry, you'll never run out of adventures.

Animal Emergency and Specialty Center is accessible from Bainbridge Island, Silverdale, Bremerton, Kingston, Port Orchard, Gig Harbor, Sequim, Port Townsend, Shelton, Tacoma, and the greater Seattle metropolitan area via ferry. We are willing to discuss commuter benefits too! About Ethos Vet Health:
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 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. 
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Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Local area, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Afternoon shift

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