Licensed Veterinarian Technician

Valley Veterinarian Clinic (https://www.twispvet.com/) in Twisp, WA is hiring part-time and full-time Licensed Veterinary Technicians.

We will provide you training and mentorship in small animal medicine. You'll gain practice in treating disease and injury in a supportive learning environment.

What sets us apart is that we are a clinic, not a corporation. We have been in practice since 1978 and are important members of the Methow Valley community in North Central WA. We practice veterinary medicine, not profit maximization.

You can work part-time or full time. Clinic hours are 8 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday. Evening or weekend work is not required. Pay is $25 to $30/hour, depending on experience. You are eligible for our full benefits package if you work at least 32 hours/week.

Who You Are

• You are a licensed (or license-eligible) Veterinarian Technician in the state of Washington.
• You live in or near the Methow Valley and would have a reasonable daily commute to work in Twisp.
• You are calm and competent when working with animals of different temperaments, including those in distress.
• You are skilled in anesthesia monitoring, patient care and clinical procedures such as lab diagnostics and radiography (x-ray).
• You have a strong attention to detail. You know that a practice does not run smoothly unless everyone masters the details of their own work.
• It's a plus if you have large animal experience and want to help us restart our large animal practice.
• You're dependable and you plan your time off in advance, so that if you miss work, it's for an important reason.
• You have professional maturity and you are a clear and thoughtful communicator. You prefer working in a team because you work best with others.

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, treatments and surgeries.
• Safely and competently handle and restrain our animal patients.
• Collect and process lab samples including blood, urine and cytology. Take and position patients for radiography (x-ray).
• Assist with dental cleanings and taking dental radiographs
• IInduce, monitor and recover patients from anesthesia.
• Administer medications and treatments as instructed by veterinarians.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with medical standards and clinic protocols
• Be a great team member. Contribute to a positive, respectful, and efficient workplace.

Questions?
Want to chat about this role before you decide to apply? Contact Michelle Valintis (https://www.arrowtalentgroup.com/contact) at Arrow Talent Group.

Applying is easy. A cover letter is optional, but encouraged. In your cover letter, please explain your interest in working for a rural, community clinic like ours.