What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at Desert Veterinary Clinic?
Veterinary Technician (LVT) – No Weekends, Flexible Schedule, Supportive Team
Desert Veterinary Clinic | Richland, WA
$27–$32/hour (DOE) $2,000 Signing Bonus
Looking for better work-life balance in vet med?
At Desert Veterinary Clinic, we’ve built a schedule and culture that actually supports our team—because great medicine starts with people who aren’t burned out.
✔ No weekends
✔ No on-call
✔ Out the door on time (we close at 6pm—no staying late)
✔ Flexible scheduling (4x10s or 5x8s—your choice)
✔ Closed for major holidays
If you’re tired of long hours, chaotic schedules, or feeling undervalued, this could be a great fit.
About Us
We are a privately owned, 4-doctor practice in Richland, WA that truly values our technicians and the role they play in patient care. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and low-drama—we help each other out and enjoy working together.
We’re proud to be one of the few remaining privately owned clinics in the Tri-Cities, and we prioritize both high-quality medicine and a healthy team culture.
What You’ll Do
You’ll be utilized to your full skillset and play a key role in patient care, including:
- Anesthesia monitoring & surgical support
- Dentistry (cleanings dental radiographs)
- Diagnostics (lab work, cytologies, radiographs)
- Patient care & treatments
- Client education and communication
Growth & Support
- New grads welcome—we enjoy mentoring
- Opportunities to expand skills and take on more responsibility
- Continuing education support
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay: $27–$32/hour DOE
- $2,000 signing bonus
- PTO holiday pay
- Health insurance stipend
- Simple IRA with 3% match
- CE allowance
- Scrub/uniform allowance
- Generous pet care discounts
What We’re Looking For
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
- Team-oriented and positive attitude
- Strong communication skills
- Someone who values both great medicine and a healthy work environment
Apply Today
If you’re looking for a clinic where you can use your skills, feel supported, and still have a life outside of work, we’d love to meet you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $27.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27 - $32