Job Description

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgery & Internal Medicine
PET ER - Anchorage, Alaska

Live Boldly. Care Brilliantly.
Join Pet Emergency Treatment (PET AK) — Alaska’s premier specialty hospital — and bring your skills to a place where adventure and purpose meet. Located in Anchorage, between the Chugach Mountains and Cook Inlet, our hospital is a vital part of the state’s veterinary community.

Our Specialty services have grown! We’re seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine and Surgery teams in a hybrid specialty role.

About the Role:

As a member of our Internal Medicine and Surgery team, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional patient care across both services. This is a dynamic, cross-functional position where you’ll support a wide range of complex cases depending on hospital needs. This is an ideal position if you are interested in growing your specialty technician skillset!

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide surgical and nursing care in alignment with doctor’s orders
• Assist with internal medicine and surgical consultations, procedures, and diagnostics
• Perform diagnostic sample collection, in-house lab work, and accurate medical calculations
• Place and manage IV catheters; monitor anesthesia and track vital signs
• Assist with digital radiography and advanced imaging as needed
• Support patient care from intake through recovery, ensuring comfort and close monitoring
• Communicate clearly with clients, providing education and timely updates
• Collaborate closely with doctors and the care team to deliver organized, high-quality care

What You Bring

• At least 1 year of veterinary technician experience (internal medicine and/or surgery experience preferred)
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) preferred, not required
• Ability to stay organized, detail-oriented, and calm in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-first mindset
• Flexibility to adapt between internal medicine and surgery workflows as needed
• Willingness to work varied shifts, including evenings or weekends

Schedule & Pay

• Full-time, 36–40 hours per week
• various schedules available, apply to learn more!
• $23–$33/hr, commensurate with experience
• Sign-on or relocation bonus available!

Why You’ll Love Working Here
At PET AK, you’ll join a collaborative, supportive team that values skill, empathy, and growth. We invest in your development through:

• $1,000 annual CE allowance
• Paid license renewals
• Tuition reimbursement & education assistance
• Relocation assistance ($3,000–$5,000 depending on commitment)
• PTO, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), HSAs/FSAs, employee discounts, and workplace perks

Life in Anchorage
Anchorage offers the best of both worlds: incredible wilderness and a vibrant city scene. From skiing and fishing to local coffee shops and live music, there’s no shortage of adventure—or community.
Apply today and discover how your veterinary career can grow at the heart of Alaska.

About Ethos:
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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