Licensed Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

Hourly pay range: $30.00–$40.00 + Shift Differentials + Sign-On Bonus Up to $5,000

Full-time opportunity in Tacoma, WA

Schedule: 10-hour shifts, 4 times per week. On-call shift rotation required once trained.

We are currently seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine team. As an Internal Medicine Technician, you will be responsible for providing veterinary care for our patients, working with our veterinary team to provide high-quality medical care to both pets and their owners. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be adaptable, have a positive attitude, and a passion for animal care.

Why Join Summit Veterinary Referral Center

At Summit Veterinary Referral Center, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll be part of the largest Emergency and Specialty Center in the South Puget Sound. With specialists in Anesthesia, Cardiology, Emergency/Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Nutrition, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Surgery and Radiology, we work as a team to provide the most comprehensive patient and client care in our region, with daily grand rounds and 7 surgical suites, CT/MRI, endoscopy, and more. Our culture is all about collaboration and a thriving passion for best medicine, with a robust CE budget, VTS support, and multiple structures in place to help reduce burnout.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Provide proper handling and restraint of medically compromised patients
• Perform triage and intake skills/TPR, and apply critical thinking in an emergency setting
• Perform technical procedures such as venipuncture, administering IV fluids, and catheter placement
• Perform drug calculations and administer controlled and non-controlled medications PO, SQ, IM, and IV as directed by the veterinarian
• Monitor, induce, maintain, and recover patients undergoing anesthetic procedures
• Provide nursing care and treatment to hospitalized patients, and educate pet owners on post-operative and at-home care
• Assist with advanced imaging (Fluoroscopy/X-ray/Ultrasound/MRI/CT)
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

What You Bring

• Valid license as a Veterinary Technician or board eligible
• Minimum two years of experience preferred working as a Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Experience in specialty medicine preferred (VTS in Internal Medicine encouraged to apply), but willing to train the right person
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and work independently as well as part of a team
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care

Perks & Benefits
Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance

• Competitive compensation, including shift differentials ($3/hr Mon–Thurs, $5/hr Fri–Sun for hours worked within 6p–6a)
• Sign-on bonus available up to $5,000
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance, dues, license fees, and uniform allowances
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options (401k)
• Employee assistance plan with a focus on mental health, plus more employee perks

Location Highlight
Tacoma sits at the gateway to the South Puget Sound, offering easy access to Mount Rainier, Puget Sound waterways, and a revitalized downtown with a growing food and arts scene. With Seattle just 30–40 minutes north, you get small-city affordability and character alongside big-city amenities.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Talent Acquisition Partner Kira Wolff at [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.