Licensed Veterinary Technician, Surgery

About the role

Summit Veterinary Referral Center, the largest emergency and specialty hospital in the South Puget Sound, is hiring experienced surgical LVTs to join our surgery department.

Responsibilities

• Induce, monitor, and recover patients under general anesthesia for surgical procedures
• Provide direct surgical suite support — patient prep, draping, and post-op recovery
• Perform venipuncture, IV and urinary catheter placement, and fluid therapy
• Administer controlled and non-controlled medications via PO, SQ, IM, and IV routes
• Auxiliary in advanced imaging including CT, MRI, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and X-ray
• Educate pet owners on post-operative and at-home care instructions
• Collaborate across specialty departments, including internal medicine, neurology, oncology, and cardiology
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

Requirements

• Active Washington LVT license (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a licensed veterinary technician
• Specialty or surgical veterinary experience preferred, but not required; VTS in Anesthesia (or currently pursuing) strongly encouraged to apply
• Strong technical skills in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, catheter placement, and medication administration; calm, adaptable, and collaborative in a fast-paced surgical environment
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-acuity surgical environment
• Access to advanced imaging, board-certified specialists, and a genuine CE budget
• Opportunity for long-term career sustainability

Skills

• Advanced surgical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and efficiently

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including shift differentials ($3/hr weekend day, $4/hr weekday night, $7/hr weekend night)
• Sign-on bonus up to $5,000
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Continuing education budget: CE, dues, license fees, and uniform allowances covered, plus VTS support and anesthesia credentialing pathways
• Paid time off
• Retail savings options (401(k))
• Employee assistance program with a focus on mental health

Pay

• $30–$40/hour + Shift Differentials + Sign-On Bonus Up to $5,000

Schedule

• 3 × 12-hour shifts or 4 × 10-hour shifts
• On-call shifts required