Veterinary Technician - LVT - Maple Leaf Veterinary Care Center

Join a passionate group of veterinary professionals as a Licensed Veterinary Technician in an award-winning, community favorite clinic – Maple Leaf Veterinary Care Center in Seattle! Technicians are an integral part of our hospital team.  We pride ourselves on having a positive team environment, professional and experienced support staff, and solid leadership. 

Maple Leaf Veterinary Care Center is a full-service small animal care facility providing comprehensive veterinary services.  Our hospital has advanced equipment and technology, including comprehensive in-house testing for accurate diagnosis, digital x-ray, fully equipped surgical and dental suites, and a well-stocked pharmacy.  From routine preventative 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 pets in our community.  We also offer the unique service of mobile euthanasia to our clients providing that continuity of care through the entirety of a pet’s life.

The ideal Veterinary Technician will be a driver of hospital procedures and workflow, focusing on creating an outstanding customer experience and taking pride in offering unmatched compassionate care.  You will establish a movement of patients and clients through appointments and procedures.  Your ability to educate and communicate effectively with your team and the clients is crucial for outstanding patient care! 

Responsibilities:

• Proficiency in phlebotomy, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, dental prophies
• 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 communications in a professional, detailed manner
• Provide surgical discharges and home care instructions to clients after patient procedure

Qualifications:

• Valid credentials in WA or pending credentials
• Ability to work on feet all day
• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Team player, go-getter, willing to jump in when needed
• Positive attitude and the desire to learn
• Excellent communications skills
• Ability to multitask and work independently

The salary range for this position is 65k-73k/yr.  Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience.  The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience.

Our practice has a positive, wellbeing-focused culture that we’d love to tell you about. Get the conversation started by applying today!

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Financial Benefits: 

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
  • $31.25 - $35.10 / 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
• 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 
• Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits:

• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Maple Leaf Veterinary Care Center 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.