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This role requires strong surgical nursing skills, sound clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining compassionate, low-stress handling standards. The LVT plays a key role in supporting patient safety, team collaboration, operational efficiency, and access to affordable veterinary care for the community.\nResponsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:\nPatient Flow and Surgical Coordination:\nCreate, coordinate, and adjust the daily surgical flow from patient check-in through discharge to support efficiency, safety, and clear team communication.\nReview patient medical history, assigned services, and any special handling or medical considerations before procedures begin.\nCommunicate patient condition, schedule changes, safety concerns, and urgent needs promptly to the veterinarian and clinic team.\nSupport veterinary assistants and other team members in maintaining organized movement of patients through intake, pre-operative preparation, surgery, recovery, and discharge.\nExercises independent judgment within established protocols and the licensed veterinary technician scope of practice while consulting veterinarians on patient care decisions as required.\nPre-Operative Care and Anesthesia:\nCollaborate with the veterinarian to develop and implement individualized anesthetic and patient care plans as needed within clinic protocols and the LVT scope of practice.\nCollaborate with the veterinarian regarding pre-anesthetic assessments, including review of patient history, physical findings, assigned procedures, and identified risks.\nCalculate, prepare, and administer anesthetics and other medications/treatments as directed by the veterinarian and in accordance with applicable laws and credentialing requirements.\nProvide oversight and guidance for delegated treatments performed by veterinary support staff in accordance with clinic protocols and applicable regulations.\nPrepare patients for surgery, including pre-medication, catheter placement when indicated, induction, intubation, surgical site preparation, positioning, and transfer to the surgical area.\nMaintain accurate controlled substance, medication, and treatment records according to clinic policy and regulatory requirements.\nSurgical Support and Anesthesia Monitoring:\nMonitor patients before, during, and after anesthesia using established monitoring standards, equipment, and clinic protocols.\nTrack and document vital signs, anesthetic depth, oxygenation, ventilation, temperature, pain response, and other patient parameters as appropriate.\nRecognize changes in patient condition and communicate concerns promptly to the veterinarian to support patient safety throughout the procedure.\nRespond appropriately to anesthetic complications or emergencies under veterinarian direction, including preparation of emergency medications, equipment, and CPR support when needed.\nAssist the veterinarian during spay/neuter procedures as needed while maintaining aseptic technique and supporting smooth surgical flow.\nEnsure surgical instruments, packs, and equipment are prepared, functional, sterile, and available for the scheduled procedures.\nRecovery, Treatments, and Discharge:\nProvide attentive post-operative monitoring and supportive care until patients meet clinic recovery criteria and are safe for discharge or transfer.\nEnsure each patient receives assigned treatments, pain management, vaccines, parasite control, and other services as directed by the veterinarian.\nIdentify abnormal recovery signs, pain concerns, hypothermia, bleeding, delayed recovery, or other complications and notify the veterinarian promptly.\nPrepare discharge medications, e-collars, paperwork, and post-operative instructions accurately and efficiently.\nCommunicate discharge information to clients or partner organizations clearly, compassionately, and in alignment with clinic protocols.\nSupport surgical rechecks, post-operative calls, and follow-up care as directed.\nMedical Records, Inventory, and Clinic Operations:\nMaintain complete, timely, and accurate medical records, anesthesia records, treatment notes, drug logs, and surgical documentation.\nRestock and organize medical supplies, controlled substances, medications, surgical packs, anesthesia equipment, and recovery supplies to support daily readiness.\nClean, disinfect, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments, kennels, work areas, and equipment according to clinic sanitation and safety protocols.\nMonitor equipment function, identify maintenance needs, and report concerns promptly to the appropriate team member or supervisor.\nFollow clinic standard operating procedures, OSHA and workplace safety practices, controlled substance policies, and infectious disease prevention protocols.\nProvides technical guidance and day-to-day support for veterinary assistants, students, and volunteers while fostering a collaborative team environment.\nProfessional Standards and Team Communication:\nUse compassionate, low-stress handling techniques and appropriate safety equipment for all animals, including fearful, fractious, feral, pediatric, geriatric, or medically compromised patients.\nSupport a positive, respectful, and inclusive team culture that values collaboration, learning, accountability, and diverse perspectives.\nCommunicate respectfully and clearly with veterinarians, leadership, coworkers, clients, rescue partners, and community members.\nDemonstrate sound judgment, attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to multitask while prioritizing patient welfare.\nPerform additional duties as assigned to support the mission, medical standards, and daily operations of the spay/neuter clinic.\nDemonstrate cultural humility and respect when interacting with coworkers, clients, volunteers, and community partners with different backgrounds, experiences, identities, and perspectives.\nRequired Skills/Qualifications:\nCurrent Washington State Veterinary Technician license.\nMinimum two years of veterinary clinical experience.\nExperience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing.\nStrong communication and teamwork skills.\nAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.\nCommitment to animal welfare and humane care practices.\nStrong organizational and recordkeeping abilities. \nProficiency in anesthetic monitoring equipment.\nAbility to calculate anesthetic and medication dosages accurately.\nKnowledge of aseptic surgical technique.\nWorking knowledge of controlled substance regulations.\nWorking in a fast-paced clinical environment with or without reasonable accommodation\nsafely handling animals of varying sizes and temperaments,\nConstantly standing\nFrequently twist, bend/stoop, reach, wrist( flexion - extension)\nOccasional sitting, squat/kneeling\nSeldomly work from a ladder, climb ladder, climb stairs, crawl, work above shoulders, keyboard\nFrequently lift, carry, push/pull 10lb - 60lb (lifting or moving animals and equipment)\nstanding, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods,\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in high-volume spay/neuter medicine.\nShelter medicine experience.\nExperience training or mentoring support staff.\nEmployee Benefits:\nMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance (100% employer paid premium for employee coverage)\n401(k) + Company match up to 2% - Fully vested on day 1\nDiscretionary Time Off\nPaid Holidays (9 per year)\nSupplemental Insurance Benefits available\nAt cost veterinary care, medications and pet food, when available\nPawternity leave and animal family member bereavement\nOpportunities for Advancement\nEmployment Details\nFull-time, Exempt (36 hours per week)\nSalary range $ 49,920 - $83,200, starting range $62,400 - $72,800\nLocated at our Thurston County, WA clinic location\nTypical Schedule: M-Th 8-5\n\nPasado’s Safe Haven provides equal employment opportunity. At Pasado’s Safe Haven, we believe compassionate action is fundamental to dismantling systems of oppression for all living beings. We courageously live this belief every day through our work to end animal cruelty and our commitment to respect and kindness. 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