Licensed Veterinary Technician
Seattle Humane
Job Description
We are pleased to offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus at time of hire!BENEFITS:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
• 3 weeks paid time off + 10 paid holidays
• 403(b) retirement account with employer match
• 1-month PAID sabbatical after every four years of employment
• DVMs and LVTs receive an annual CE stipend
• Full-time LVTs are guaranteed 40 hours each week
• Check out our full list of benefits and perks HERE
• Non-Exempt role - Starting Wage: $32.39-$36.60/hour
POSITION SUMMARY (Note that this is a partial job description, follow the link to apply.)
Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) are involved in all aspects of medical and surgical care in the shelter and clinic. LVTs are trusted and empowered to provide high-level nursing care for hospitalized patients and anesthetic support for surgery patients, including maintaining a High-Quality High Volume Spay Neuter flow and other soft-tissue surgeries.
LVTs support a wide range of veterinary services provided to shelter pets, including exams, surgery, dentals, diagnostics, infectious disease management, neonatal care, geriatric care, intensive care and emergencies. The LVT should be excited about animal welfare, shelter medicine, increasing access to veterinary care, and HQHVSN practices.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED
• Must hold a Veterinary Technician license in the state of Washington or ability to transfer license from another state
• Certified for euthanasia under Washington State regulations or willing to obtain certification
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION OR TRAINING
• Must be able to read, write, listen and communicate effectively.
• Experience in a veterinary setting or animal welfare field preferred.
• Familiarity with animal behavior and utilization of low stress animal handling as related to a clinic/shelter environment.
• Must be able to use appropriate safety equipment for fractious or feral animals.
Who we are:
Seattle Humane is more than a shelter, we are a community resource center. We're meeting the increasing need for pet owner support services, so that families don't have to choose between an overdue bill and a beloved family member. We're training the next generation of veterinarians in our state-of-the-art medical center. We're building a community of animal advocates through our volunteer and youth education programs. The impact of Seattle Humane is life-changing, for the animals in our care and the people who love them. Our top priority is to connect animals in need of rescue with the people who will love them. Through our outreach, advocacy, and services, we strive to ensure that animal companionship is accessible to all.
To see the full job description and to apply, follow this link: https://seattlehumane.bamboohr.com/careers/61
This is a full time job
Contact Information
Job Contact Details
Jennifer Wilson-Fischer
Human Resources Associate
Closing Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
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