Join Our Team at Summit Veterinary Referral Center!

Position Available: Licensed Veterinary Technician - Overnight ICU

Job Summary: Are you a passionate and skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician with a focus on critical care? Summit Veterinary Referral Center in Tacoma, WA, is looking for a dedicated individual to join our dynamic ICU team during overnight shifts. As an integral part of our Emergency & Critical Care department, you will collaborate closely with our board-certified Criticalists to deliver comprehensive patient care. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to exceptional veterinary medicine are essential for this role.

Responsibilities:

• Provide proper handling and restraint of medically compromised patients.
• Perform patient assessments, and monitor vital signs.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills in a fast paced emergency setting.
• Perform IV catheter placement and blood collection.
• Assist with various surgical procedures.
• Monitor, induce, maintain, and recover patients undergoing anesthetic procedures.
• Perform accurate drug calculations and administer controlled medications.
• Provide nursing care and treatment to hospitalized patients.
• Conduct in-house lab work and assist with advanced imaging such as X-ray and ultrasound.
• Assist with advanced procedures including endoscopy, biopsies, foreign body retrieval, and minimally invasive surgeries.

Qualifications:

• Experience in emergency medicine preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Current WA state veterinary technician license.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Capacity to prioritize tasks and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and proficiency in record-keeping.

Benefits:

• Hiring Bonus and Relocation Available
• Hourly pay range: $24.00 - $35.00 depending on experience.
• No Mandatory on call
• Night time differential: $3 per hour on weekdays, $5 per hour on weekends.
• Yearly CE and clothing allowance
• PTO & CE hours
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Why Summit: At Summit Veterinary Referral Center, we pride ourselves on being the largest Emergency and Specialty Center in the South Puget Sound region. With specialists in various fields, we deliver comprehensive patient and client care. Our culture promotes collaboration, passion for best medicine, and continuous learning and development. We prioritize your well-being with structures in place to reduce burnout and support your growth and success.

Join Our Team: If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners, apply now and become a valued member of our dedicated team at Summit Veterinary Referral Center!