Description

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine (LVT/CVT/RVT)

Veterinary Specialty Center Seattle

Full-time | Rotating On-call | M-Th 8a-6:30p | $27-38/hr

Lynnwood, WA

Who we are

Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) to join our Internal Medicine team at our 24-hour emergency and specialty referral hospital.

If you enjoy diagnostics, problem-solving, and working closely with specialty teams, Internal Medicine offers a fast-paced, intellectually engaging environment where no two days are the same.

We are proud to support collaboration, learning, and professional growth while maintaining a positive, team-centered culture.

Role Responsibilities

• Support Internal Medicine veterinarians in delivering high-quality specialty care
• Assist with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including advanced internal medicine cases
• Provide anesthesia monitoring and surgical assistance in accordance with Washington State Veterinary Practice Act
• Collect patient histories and obtain accurate medical information from clients
• Perform technical skills such as phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, patient monitoring, and restraint
• Maintain accurate, detailed medical records using hospital practice systems
• Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care
• Assist with maintaining clean, organized, and sterile treatment areas and exam rooms
• Contribute to positive patient flow and efficient hospital operations
• Mentor and support fellow technicians and assistants as needed

Experience & Skill Requirements:

Required

• Active veterinary technician licensure (LVT, CVT, or RVT)
• Minimum 1 year of veterinary clinical experience
• Working knowledge of anesthesia and surgical procedures
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Preferred

• 1-2 years of Internal Medicine or specialty hospital experience
• Experience in a 24-hour emergency and referral setting
• Comfort working with advanced diagnostics and complex medical cases
• Interest in mentorship, training, or professional development

Benefits - our care in action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members: Support for you is as vital as the support you provide.

• Competitive pay $27-38/hr -Thrive reviews performance and compensation as part of its approach to recognizing contributions and supporting competitive growth
• Pre-tax savings plan for commuter expenses
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family-forming journey
• Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $27-38/ hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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.