Licensed Veterinary Technician, ER

**Licensed Veterinary Technician, Emergency - PET Emergency Treatment, Anchorage AlaskaCompensation: $28/hr - $33/hrSchedule: 6am-6pm OR 6pm-6am OR 12pm-12am Weekend availability required (Either Saturday or Sunday)Sign on AND relocation bonus available for qualified applicants!** **Live Boldly, Thrive in ER – Licensed Veterinary Technician, PET ER (Anchorage, AK)** **Pet Emergency Treatment (PET),** Alaska’s leading 24/7/365 emergency and specialty hospital, invites an experienced and dedicated **Licensed Veterinary Technician** to join our ER team. Nestled between the rugged **Chugach Mountains** and **Cook Inlet**, PET AK is an AAHA-accredited, high-volume facility and vital partner to pet owners throughout the region. If you bring energy, compassion, and a calm resolve under pressure, we want you to join our team and help shape the future of veterinary emergency care in Alaska. * * * **What the Role Offers You** - Competitive base **$28.00–$33.00/hr**, with pay commensurate with experience. - Overtime Compensation Available! - **Sign-on bonus up to $5,000** (for qualified candidates) - **Relocation bonus** for qualifying applicants - A fulfilling, fast-paced environment where you’ll play a central role in emergency patient care - Collaborate with doctors in a strong Technician team - Flexible scheduling options—various shifts available; expect ~36–40 hours/week - Full benefit package including medical, dental, vision; health care spending or reimbursement accounts; PTO; and employee discounts * * * **What You’ll Do** Your day-to-day will include, but not be limited to: - Provide **emergency nursing care** in alignment with attending doctors’ orders - Perform **triage of incoming patients**, assessing urgency and stabilizing as needed - Accurately **calculate and administer medications** - Conduct **in-house lab work, sampling, and analysis** - Place and manage **IV catheters**, monitor anesthesia, and oversee vital signs - Manage patient comfort, monitor recovery, and communicate progress to clients Because emergency medicine is dynamic, adaptability, attention to detail, and the ability to stay composed under pressure are essential. * * * **What You Bring** - A minimum of **one year of veterinary technician experience**—emergency experience is preferred but not strictly required - Veterinary Technician credential (LVT) or licensure, **highly preferred** - Willingness and ability to work overnights and weekends - Compassionate, energetic mindset with strong communication and teamwork skills * * * **Schedule & Hours** - **Various shifts available** (day, overnight, weekends) - Full-time role: **36–40 hours per week** * * * **Benefits & Technician Support** We’re committed to your professional and personal wellbeing: **Professional Development & Credentialing Support** - $1,000 annual continuing education (CE) allowance to support your ongoing education and skill-building. - Full coverage of licensure renewals, so you can stay focused on providing top-notch patient care without the extra expense. - Education assistance and tuition reimbursement to help you take the next step in your veterinary journey. **Relocation Assistance for Qualified Candidates** - $3,000 for a 1-year commitment - $5,000 for a 2-year commitment **Comprehensive Benefits Package** - Paid time off (PTO) - Health, dental, and vision insurance - 401(k) retirement plan - Flexible scheduling options - Healthcare spending/reimbursement accounts (HSA/FSA) - Additional insurance options - Employee discounts - Workplace perks like complimentary food, coffee, and more *Benefit eligibility may vary and waiting periods may apply. Only full-time employees qualify.* * * * **Why Anchorage & Why PET AK?** Working in rural or frontier settings means more autonomy, more varied cases, and deeper connection to your community. At PET AK, you’ll be part of a high-performance team in a state where wilderness is just outside your door—and the pace of medicine is uniquely rewar…