Jobs in Everett, WA

About the role

This is an entry level Veterinary Technician position that requires the employee to be sufficiently knowledgeable and self-reliant to perform a number of veterinary and research activities. Veterinary Technicians perform various duties to facilitate and support the work and research done at the facility by completing a variety of animal health activities in the areas of medicine, surgery, and drug therapy. As a team, the Veterinary Services staff, is responsible for the treatment of all on-site ill and injured animals, and the fulfillment of the preventative medicine program as determined by the Attending Veterinarian. This is an entry level Veterinary Technician position that requires the employee to be sufficiently knowledgeable and self-reliant to perform a number of veterinary and research activities. As a team, the Veterinary Services staff, is responsible for the treatment of all on-site ill and injured animals, and the fulfillment of the preventative medicine program as determined by the Attending Veterinarian.

What you'll bring

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree with experience in clinical or research setting.
• Applicable state licensing for Veterinary technician (CVT/LVT/RVT)
• or high school diploma/GED
• Equivalent combination of experience my substitute for education.
• 6-12 months basic animal handling and /or basic medical/veterinary experience
• Basic animal handling.
• Basic computer skills
• Requires general reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to quickly understand and act on complex instructions delivered either verbally or in writing, and the ability to communicate either verbally or in writing with a wide variety of individuals in a professional, respectful, and clear manner.
• Requires the ability to accurately calculate doses.
• Possesses foundational skills in anesthetic monitoring and surgical preparation.
• Demonstrates mid-level proficiency in animal handling and procedural skills.

Benefits