What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician (LVT) position at Canyon Road Veterinary Hospital?
Who we are:
We are looking for an amazing Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our pack of pet-loving professionals at Canyon Road Veterinary Hospital! We are a full-service animal hospital providing comprehensive pet healthcare services in Puyallup, WA. Our veterinarians offer a wide variety of medical, surgical, and dental services, and our hospital has advanced equipment and technologies, including comprehensive in-house testing for accurate diagnosis, digital X-ray, surgical and dental suites, and a pharmacy.
We are a multi-doctor doctor practice, and our Licensed Veterinary Technicians are integral to our hospital team. We pride ourselves on having a positive team environment, professional and experienced support staff, and solid leadership. We are committed to providing quality care at every stage of a pet's life. From routine preventive care to early detection and treatment of a wide range of conditions and diseases, we have the expertise to provide the highest standard of care for any pet.
Our ideal veterinary technician will drive hospital procedures and workflow, focusing on creating an outstanding customer experience and taking pride in offering unmatched compassionate care. You will establish a flow of patients and clients through appointments and ensure communication with clients is clear and understood via phone, text, and email.
Qualifications:
Veterinary Technician Certification or License (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) preferred or pending certification within 3-6 months.
Responsibilities:
Proficiency in phlebotomy, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, and dental procedures
Perform quality full body and dental radiographs for subsequent evaluation by DVMs
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with coworkers and clients
Obtain and record patient history and client communication in a professional detailed manner
Provide surgical discharges and home care instructions to clients after patient procedures
Financial Benefits:
- A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
- Compensation: $24.00 - $30.00 / hour
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits:
- Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
- All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
Workplace Benefits:
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Professional development opportunities
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
- A vibrant Facebook community where like-minded teammates come together to share ideas, swap experiences, and uplift each other with support and inspiration!
Lifestyle Benefits:
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Come join our team! We look forward to your contributions toward a meaningful mission where you will make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Canyon Road Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
Salary : $24 - $30