Licensed Veterinary Technician

Introduction:

The Yakima Humane Society is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Clinic Technician (Licensed Veterinary Technician) to join our team in delivering high-quality medical care to the animals of Yakima County. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organization committed to improving animal welfare and making a positive impact in our community. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care to animals in need and are looking to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply and become part of our mission-driven team. The Yakima Spay & Neuter Clinic provides low-cost spay and neuter services for our local residents. It also serves as the primary spay and neuter resource for the homeless animals in our care. In 2025, we performed over 8,000 surgeries and expect to eclipse 10,000 in 2026. In addition, our veterinary team provides the medical care for all of the animals at our adoption center. One of the key benefits of this role is our favorable schedule, which typically runs Monday through Thursday, with occasional Fridays dedicated to tasks such as inventory checks to determine necessary orders, overseeing medical overnight patients, and other essential duties. Additionally, shared on-call responsibilities are part of the position. This opportunity allows you to engage in meaningful work within the field of animal welfare while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, ensuring you have time for family, rest, and the pursuit of personal interests. In lieu of providing a cover letter, we ask that you answer these two questions when submitting a resume: 1. What interests you about working at Yakima Humane Spay and Neuter Clinic? 2. How would you describe your ideal working environment?

Position Title:

Clinic Technician (LVT) Reports to:

Yakima Humane Society Clinic Manager Position:

Fulltime, Non-Exempt, Hourly Pay Rate:

$30+ per hour,

DOE Work Location:

Yakima Humane Society Spay and Neuter Clinic 106 S 6th Ave Yakima, WA 98901

Benefits and Perks:

• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO), four fixed holidays per year (Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving), two floating holidays.
• Bereavement leave for pets and family members
• Dental & Vision after 90 days
• Additional Perks
• Annual continuing education allowance
• Annual scrub allowance
• Reimbursement for licensing and membership fees related to the position

Position Summary:

The Clinic Technician assists in clinic operations and supports Yakima Humane Society by helping the clinic team in all aspects of clinic function. This includes but is not limited to, clinic setup, check-in, administering anesthesia, running the prep table, properly recording and safely maintaining controlled substances, cleaning and sterilizing surgical packs, monitoring cats post-surgery, patient discharge, and cleaning the clinic. The Clinic Technician will be expected to cross-train in and maintain the ability to cover all aspects of the clinic's duties including but not limited to, monitoring patients, moving cats in and out of surgery, monitoring recovery, cleaning the clinic, and clinic phone calls.

Required abilities:

Ability to start as early as 7:00 AM, with shift start times varying between 7:00 AM and 7:30 AM. Capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced setting, including periods of high workload and frequent interruptions. Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and manage priorities effectively. Ability to observe, assess, and respond appropriately to patient symptoms, reactions, and recovery progress. Proactive in identifying and addressing issues, with the ability to resolve problems independently or escalate them appropriately. Demonstrated ability to provide outstanding customer service and build positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Ability to remain calm and act effectively in emergency situations. Comprehensive understanding of veterinary clinical operations, procedures, and anesthesia protocols, including the proper administration of pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids. Ability to clearly explain complex processes and concepts to a diverse audience, both verbally and in writing, with professionalism and respect. Ability to respectfully communicate complex processes/concepts to a wide variety of people, both in written and verbal form. Experience in training, mentoring, and overseeing volunteers, with the patience and communication skills to repeatedly explain procedures and protocols in a calm and respectful manner. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, maintaining a positive and inclusive attitude in the face of challenges, change, and adversity.

Education and Experience:

Licensed Veterinary Technician certificate from the state of Washington. All duties, performed by this position, that require a certain level of supervision or licensure (as required by law) will be supervised by the attending DVM or LVT as appropriate based on the employee's level of training or licensure. 2+ years' experience in a veterinary clinic, including surgical assistance and post-op animal care. Successful oversight of clinic personnel or volunteers is preferred.

Customer service skills:

empathetic and understanding of individual client needs as well as the ability to deliver information clearly without judgment of circumstances.

Required knowledge:

Basic computer usage including the ability to use email, Google Calendar, Internet, and Microsoft Office. General clinic operations including sterile technique, SOPs, protocols, client and customer service, and monitoring inventories. General knowledge of feline care and health issues. Must have a thorough understanding of anesthesia, possible complications, and emergency protocol. General knowledge of feral cats and the complications associated with trap-neuter-return. Working knowledge of all technical positions and duties within the clinic.

Physical Abilities:

Standing for extended periods of time. Ability to read, write, and communicate specific medical information Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be at least 18 years of age. Pass a criminal background check

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30+ per hour,

DOE Benefits:

Dental, Vision & Life (100% Employer Sponsored) Paid Vacation Holiday Pay Professional development assistance (CE Credits)

Schedule:

Monday through Thursday, and occasional Fridays (with potential overtime weekend hours available) Ability to commute/relocate: Yakima, WA 98902: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

LVT:

2 years (Preferred)

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $30.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee discount Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekends as needed

Experience:

Veterinary technician (Preferred)

Language:

English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Veterinary Technician Certification (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Yakima, WA 98902 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person