Veterinary Technician (Licensed)

Company: Bellingham Technical College
Location: Bellingham
Posted on: May 11, 2025

Job Description:

Bellingham Technical College invites applications for the following professional exempt Licensed Veterinary Technician position. This is an exempt, non-represented full-time, 10 month (Sep-June), annually continuous position. The position reports to the Dean of Professional Technical Education, with direction from the program instructors. The position will start in September 2025. Under the direction of program faculty, the Veterinary Technician provides instructional and technical support to the Veterinary Technician program. The position is responsible for assisting with the preparation and delivery of lab instruction, demonstrating and performing common veterinary procedures and humane animal restraint techniques, and supervising students in clinical and laboratory settings. The Veterinary Technician helps ensure student safety and learning by overseeing the performance of medical procedures, providing guidance and evaluation, and maintaining a clean, organized, and well-equipped lab environment. Responsibilities also include preparing lab materials, organizing storage areas, and supporting a high-quality, hands-on learning experience that meets AVMA- accredited program standards. BTC is a premier higher education institution working to provide student-centered, high quality professional technical

Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.


education throughout Whatcom County and is the only technical college serving northwest Washington State. The College is uniquely positioned to offer exceptional training and educational opportunities to area residents and employers. Founded in 1957 as Bellingham Vocational Institute, it has continued to offer high-quality education in a supportive, student-first environment. BTC has been serving its region with workforce education degrees and certificates to approximately 6,000 students per year. The college provides professional technical programs and courses, adult basic education, English Language Acquisition programs, academic courses, community education, a few direct transfer degree opportunities, and two Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees. BTC works closely with regional employers and other partners to develop programs and train students to fill regional workforce demands and support economic development. BTC is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming campus that supports diversity, promotes a sense of community, provides an effective work and learning environment, and encourages respect for individuals. As an Equal Opportunity employer, BTC values diversity and aims to recruit employees that reflect the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to a successful and supportive learning environment for a diverse student and employee population with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.


Position Duties & Responsibilities



Maintain licensure as a veterinary technician in Washington State;

Know and be able to demonstrate the essential and recommended skills established by the AVMA CVTEA for accredited veterinary technology programs;

Assist in reviewing and evaluating the quality of technical skills and animal handling rendered by the veterinary technician student in the lab, field trip and clinical setting; assist in monitoring and documenting student performance;

Ensure that the quality and quantity of instruction provided in the lab setting is consistent with the stated objectives of the college and industry;

Set up lab components, tests and equipment for various courses;

Operate, maintain, modify and service laboratory equipment and supply inventories;

Work within College guidelines in purchasing supplies for the veterinary technician program;

Verify student competence in the cognitive, affective and psychomotor domains as directed by State Law, the AVMA, and the curriculum under the direction of the program director;

Maintain the laboratory to standards that are OSHA, AVMA and IACUC and USDA compliant;

In a teaching and coaching environment, demonstrate with proficiency microscope and lab skills to include: microbiology, hematology, cytology and clinical chemistry evaluations;

Perform routine and non-routine technical procedures on animals in class and at clinical sites;

Develop and revise laboratory exercises, skills and assessments as needed;

Assist in representing the program to prospective students, faculty, clinical affiliates and potential sponsoring agencies as needed;

Attend regularly scheduled meetings of the Veterinary Technology Advisory Committee;

Consult with other program faculty and staff on issues relevant to student success and retention;

Use basic computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and internet, to prepare various reports, track data, conduct research, etc.;

May supervise or coordinate the work of other temporary employees;

Knowledge of AVMA, OSHA, and USDA compliance standards;

Perform other duties as assigned;

Serve as a liaison between the program and the veterinary community, and provide assistance with clinical scheduling to ensure that all students have the opportunity to gain skill sets required for completion of the program. This will require driving to clinical sites to orient clinical supervisors and evaluate students under the direction of the program director.



Qualifications


Minimum:



Washington State Licensed Veterinary Technician or active veterinary technician license in good standing from another state.

Graduate of an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technician Program.

Three years of veterinary clinical experience working as a Veterinary Assistant and/or Licensed Veterinary Technician.

Demonstrated ability to support the success of individuals with varied academic abilities and backgrounds.



Preferred:



Five or more years of veterinary clinical experience working as a Veterinary Assistant and/or Licensed Veterinary Technician.

Experience teaching veterinary skills in an academic setting and/or clinical setting.

Experience using a learning management system.

Experience training others to use veterinary office software.

Experience with laboratory management or equivalent managerial/supervisory experience in a working environment.



Physical Working Environment:


Requires ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time; walking, stooping, bending, twisting and lifting moderate to heavy weight unassisted; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment; working at a computer; wear surgical attire The application package and all materials submitted with it become the property of the college and will not be returned or considered for additional or future openings.


Supplemental Information


Compensation and Work Schedule:


The salary is $5,367 per month. In months when there are breaks, pay will be reduced. Position also receives sick, personal and vacation leave accruals, paid state holidays, Washington State insurance and retirement benefits package, and some tuition waiver benefits.


Work schedule will vary but is generally Monday through Friday, during the 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. workday, about 40 hours per week; however, schedule may vary including working more than 40 hours as needed, as well as some weekends and evening work. This is a 10-month assignment with scheduled leave without pay periods, generally during December/January, March/April, July/August/September, each year.


Condition(s) of Employment:


Background Check: This position will be subject to a pre-employment background check and employment is contingent on passing a criminal history background check satisfactory to the college.


Application Procedures and Deadline:


Required application materials must be completed and submitted online at http://www.btc.edu/jobs and received by 5 p.m. on June 09, 2025. Application materials received after this date and time may be considered until the position is filled. More information about Bellingham Technical College is at www.btc.edu, email the Human Resources Office at hr@btc.edu or call 360 752-8354. BTC is not currently sponsoring H1-B Visa's.


Required Online Application Materials: (Attachments in Word or PDF file)



Completed Online BTC Employment Application;

Online Supplemental Questions;

Attached current resume;



Initial interviews are tentatively scheduled to be held between June 23 - 27, 2025.


The application package and all materials submitted with it become the property of the college and will not be returned or considered for additional or future openings.


Mission: Bellingham Technical College provides student-centered, high-quality professional technical education for today's needs and tomorrow's opportunities.


Employment Eligibility Verification: Bellingham Technical College employs only United States citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the Department of Homeland Security.


Bellingham Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, creed, color, sex, gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, pregnancy, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in its programs, activities, and services. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies/Section 504: Allison Mack, Director for Human Resources, 360.752.8354, or hr@btc.edu. For Title IX compliance, contact: Michele Waltz, Vice President of Student Services, 360.752.8440, or title9@btc.edu. Mailing address: 3028 Lindbergh Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225. BTC publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Accessibility Resources office at 360.752.8576.


Employer Bellingham Technical College


Address 3028 Lindbergh Avenue - Bellingham, Washington, 98225


Phone 360 752-8354


Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/btc


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