Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgery Lead

Description

The Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner, is a 24-hour Emergency and Critical Care and Specialty hospital. We offer a collaborative approach to veterinary medicine, providing services in Emergency and Critical Care, Neurology, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology, and Radiology. We are a diverse group of assistants, licensed veterinarian technicians, and doctors, ranging from residents in training to board-certified specialists. We are committed to providing compassionate care and exceptional client service.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Licensed Veterinary Technician required—LVT/RVT/CVT with 2 years of clinical experience highly preferred
• Previous Experience as a lead/supervisor, management position

Role Responsibilities

• Clinical Skills:
• Advanced patient handling and restraint, including fear-free techniques
• Triage, full patient assessment, and history taking
• Administer treatments/medications via all routes; calculate doses, CRIs, and % solutions
• Place/maintain peripheral & central IV catheters; manage IV fluids
• Perform and monitor blood transfusions
• Provide advanced inpatient nursing care, including recumbent patient management
• Skilled pain assessment and management
• Place and manage urinary catheters; calculate urine output
• Emergency response proficiency, including CPRA
• Aid with advanced procedures; set up and monitor sedation/anesthesia
• Collect and process diagnostic samples; operate and troubleshoot lab equipment
• Perform venipuncture, blood typing, and crossmatching
• Navigate EzyVet and SmartFlow efficiently
• Advanced pharmacy skills: fill/label prescriptions, reconstitute/dilute drugs, controlled substance documentation
• Strong knowledge of surgical and anesthetic procedures for critical patients
• Proficient in aseptic and sterile technique
• Skilled diagnostic imaging: radiographs (all views), ultrasound operation, endoscopy care
• Provide clinical leadership and training to team members
• Management:
• Maintain high standards of patient care and client service
• Create and manage schedules for veterinary support staff
• Oversee onboarding, training, KPIs, and performance evaluations
• Ensure efficient workflow and interdepartmental coordination
• Set team goals and communicate expectations clearly
• Collaborate with leadership to meet budget and operational targets
• Mentor and engage staff to support morale, growth, and retention
• Represent support staff on the leadership team
• Address personnel issues, conflict resolution, and corrective documentation
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment
• Handle client concerns and service recovery
• Identify opportunities to improve revenue and client satisfaction
• Oversee department cleanliness, equipment maintenance, and inventory
• Escalate medical or employment concerns appropriately

Communication Skills

• Clear, timely communication with the veterinary team
• Coordinate with clients and external practices to obtain records
• Maintain patient/client privacy
• Provide advanced client education on procedures, diagnostics, and treatment plans
• Obtain informed consent
• Provide follow-up updates on patient progress
• Model and mentor strong communication, emotional intelligence, and conflict competence

Benefits

• Competitive compensation-$30-40/hr
• Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• 401k program
• Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and 3 days PTO to complete

Compensation

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $30-40/ hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

About the Company

Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence.