Veterinary Technician Jobs in Federal Way, WA

A Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in the veterinary industry, providing essential support to veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals with various health issues. They are responsible for performing a variety of procedures, such as drawing blood, administering medication, preparing animals and equipment for surgery, and assisting during surgical procedures. Veterinary Technicians also conduct laboratory tests and interpret the results, monitor anesthesia and recovery, and educate pet owners on pet care and health issues. They work in a range of settings, including veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, and zoos.

Before becoming a Veterinary Technician, a person may work as a veterinary assistant, animal caretaker, or kennel attendant. To qualify as a Veterinary Technician, one must possess an associate's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited institution. Some regions require Veterinary Technicians to pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) to become licensed or certified. Additionally, they should have strong technical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine love for animals. They should also be capable of handling stressful situations and making quick decisions in emergency situations.

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Pet Care Clinic

Veterinary Technician

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Bellevue Veterinary Emergency & Specialty

Lead Internal Medicine Veterinary Techncian LVT

Qualifications/Education: LVT (licensed veterinary technician), RVT (registered veterinary technician), or CVT (certified veterinary technician)....

Cascade Heights Veterinary Center

Veterinary Technician

Are you ready to take your career as a Licensed Veterinary Technician to the next level?...

Animal Care Specialist II or Senior Animal Care Specialist

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Seattle Aquarium Animal Care Specialist II or Senior Animal Care Specialist Animal Care Specialist II or Senior Animal Care Specialist Posted: Open to internal and external applicants Reports to: Supervisor...

Animal Care Technician

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 2 days ago

The Seattle Animal Shelter (SAS) is seeking motivated and progressive Animal Care Technicians to work with shelter animals and their owners....

Animal Technician 1

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 2 days ago

The UW animal care program is accredited by AAALAC International and provides services to over 400 principal investigators....

Materials Maintenance And Logistics Technician - Multiple Openings

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 2 days ago

The UW animal care program is accredited by AAALAC International and provides services to over 400 principal investigators....

Animal Technician Supervisor

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Perform daily animal care duties including in assigned areas and in response to personnel absences....

Fish Hatchery Technician

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 3 days ago

The UW animal care program is accredited by AAALAC International and provides services to over 400 principal investigators....

Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Overnights) - Seattle, WA

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Veterinary technicians additionally perform: Administer, monitor, and maintain patients under general anesthesia with or without mechanical ventilation for patients with varied levels of risk....

Veterinary Technician Student Extern

  • Orting, WA (22 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orting, WA (22 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications Must be currently enrolled in an AVMA CVTEA-accredited Veterinary Technician/Nursing program....

Maintenance Technician

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 6 days ago

JOB POSTING** **Maintenance Technician** ** ** ** ** **Posted: **Open to internal and external applicants **Reports to**: Facilities Operations Manager **Status: **Full-time, hourly, benefitted...

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Neurology

  • Lakewood, WA (11 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (11 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 7 days ago

recover anesthesia + Set up for MRI and CT procedures. + Discharge neuro patients from the hospital, including basic client education such as manual bladder expression, sling walking, range of motion...

Veterinary Technician - Relief

  • Lakewood, WA (11 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (11 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Technician Certification Mid-level Full Job Description BluePearl Pet Hospital is hiring a Relief Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our ER department!...

Parks Technician - Filtration & Life Support Specialist

  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Federal Way, WA)
  • 8 days ago

You will work closely with aquarists, maintenance staff, and animal care teams to operate and maintain complex life support systems, including filtration, ozone, and temperature regulation equipment...

Demographic Data for Federal Way, WA

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Federal Way, WA

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Federal Way, WA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.3%
Associate's Degree
27.4%
High School or GED
20.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Technicians in Federal Way, WA
Less than 1 year
50.3%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
17.5%
2-4 years
10.4%
4-6 years
1.6%


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