Licensed Veterinary Technician - Buckley, WA

About the role

Buckley Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team. We are a community-focused veterinary practice dedicated to providing high-quality care to dogs and cats. Our team values veterinary technicians and supports their growth and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Aid in examinations, treatments, and monitoring of animals under a veterinarian's supervision.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Monitor vital signs, collect samples, and perform diagnostic tests.
• Prepare and analyze laboratory samples, operate and maintain lab equipment, and perform diagnostic tests.
• Assist with surgical procedures, prepare surgical suites, and provide post-operative care.
• Provide client education on wellness plans, animal care, nutrition, and disease prevention.
• Maintain thorough medical records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with quality control standards.
• Maintain hospital equipment and manage supplies.
• Contribute to the smooth operation of the hospital, collaborating with team members.
• Perform reception duties such as triaging calls, scheduling appointments, and assisting with patient intake and discharge.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, with an associate degree preferred.
• Must hold and maintain a valid certification, registration, or licensing as a CVT, RVT, or LVT (state-specific).
• At least 1 year of veterinary hospital experience.
• Knowledge of veterinary medical procedures, including surgery, dentistry, radiology, laboratory diagnostics, and anesthesia management.
• Familiarity with veterinary medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Experience with veterinary medications, including dosage calculations, drug interactions, and administration methods.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to adapt to various client needs.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform tasks requiring good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity, and visual acuity.

Qualifications

• Stay updated with advancements in veterinary medicine through professional development and continuing education.
• Work independently, exercise good judgment, multi-task effectively, and remain calm and resilient in a fast-paced environment.
• Adapt to tasks and challenges proactively and set priorities effectively.

Skills

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proactive initiative in addressing tasks and challenges.
• Ability to learn new computer software systems (EMR, Scheduling, etc.).
• Provide a high level of accountability.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings plan, paid time off, and more. Join a supportive team in a beautiful community where your skills are valued and your work truly matters.

Pay

$25 - $34 per hour

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the hospital and the technician.