Certified Veterinary Technician

LeadingAge Colorado; Birmingham (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

LeadingAge Colorado seeks a full-time Surgical Licensed Veterinary Technician for an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital in Birmingham, MI. The role involves significant surgical responsibilities and client interactions, providing a unique opportunity to grow in a state-of-the-art facility. Join a supportive team dedicated to high-quality patient care and professional development.

Benefits

PTO - 80 hours

401K with 4% match

Medical, Vision, and Dental plans

CE Benefits - $500 plus 24 paid CE hours

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience required.
• Experience with anesthesia and surgical assistance preferred.
• Ability to handle client communications effectively.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments; monitor patient recovery.
• Assist in surgical procedures and maintain anesthesia equipment.
• Educate clients on at-home care procedures.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Surgical assistance

Administration of medications

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Overview

Gasow Veterinary Hospital is searching for a full-time Surgical Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our TEAM!

Website: https://gasowvet.com/

Location: 36877 Woodward Ave, Birmingham, MI 48009

Clinic hours: Monday- Friday 9am to 9pm, Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday 10am- 4pm

(potential for extending Urgent Care hours by the end of the year)

Shift Details: Schedules can vary and will include 2-3 evenings per week with a rotating weekend day 2-3 times a month. Schedules are set approximately 60 days in advance to allow for work/life balance and planning.

Compensation: $22-25/hr- will be commensurate with experience

SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL of $5.00 is offered for working our urgent care hours. (Urgent Care hours are 6-9 Monday - Friday and Saturdays and Sundays.)

Join Our Skilled Veterinary Team and Take Your Career to the Next Level!

Are you a licensed veterinary technician with a passion for surgery and high-quality patient care? We have an amazing opportunity for you to do what you love while continuing to grow both professionally and personally!

At our AAHA-accredited, 7-doctor practice, we're proud to offer routine veterinary care and Urgent Care—available seven days a week, including evenings and weekends. We're looking for a dedicated LVT who is excited about spending 50-75% of their time in surgery.

Why You'll Love It Here:

State-of-the-Art Facility
We recently moved into our brand-new, cutting-edge hospital featuring:

• 14 spacious exam rooms
• 2 comfort rooms
• 3 surgical suites
• Advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment

Advanced Services & Equipment
Our offerings include:

• CT scans
• Echocardiograms
• Ultrasound
• Laparoscopic surgery
• Coming soon: Endoscopy & oncology
• Vetscaple CO₂ surgical laser - for cleaner, less painful surgeries
• Ventilator and anesthesia support equipment

Growth-Minded Culture
We believe that the best patient care starts with investing in our people.

• Bi-monthly lunch & learns
• Monthly 1:1s to support your goals
• A collaborative, team-first environment
• Leadership that truly supports your success

Who We're Looking For:
A licensed veterinary technician with 2-3 years of experience, particularly in:

• Administering and calculating CRIs
• Anesthesia monitoring and adjusting
• Reading ECGs and EKGs
• Dental procedures
• Experience with endoscopy/laparoscopy equipment (a big plus!)
• Orthopedic surgical assistance (coverage as needed)

If you're passionate about surgery, ready to grow, and want to work in a supportive, innovative clinic—we'd love to meet you.

Come elevate your career with us. Apply today!

Benefits:

PTO - 80 hours

Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service.

Holiday Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day)

*The holiday PTO hours can be used at the team member's discretion to cover the actual holiday as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager.

Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises

Dream Fund - Potential annual bonus awarded.

Medical, Vision and Dental plans available

FSA and HSA options available

Maternity Leave

401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match

Access to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress

Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program

• Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
• 24 hour access
• Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
• Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
• Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
• Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
• Build coping skills to manage life's challenges and gain control of your life
• Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
• Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
• ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!

Optional Insurances Available

• Life Insurance AD&D
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accidental Insurance

Pet Benefits

Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75

CE Benefits - Credentialed Veterinary Technician $500 plus 24 paid CE hours per year, Access to our online learning platform with RACE approved CE at your fingertips.

Scholarship Program for Veterinary Technicians that want to become credentialed

Internal Employee Rewards Program

• Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards.

We do offer externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students.

Responsibilities

Major Duties:

• Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for in-patient medical care- administer medications, assist or perform treatments, diagnostics & monitoring, place IV catheters, draw blood, run lab tests, administer IV fluids, cleaning, feeding, and walking patients as needed.
• Anesthesia/Surgery - Our Veterinary Technician's prep, induction, maintenance, monitoring, recovery of patients, cleans/maintains/sterilize anesthesia equipment and surgical instruments.
• Dentistry- Our Veterinary Technician's provide patient dental care, ultrasonic cleaning and polishing, assist doctor with dental surgery.
• Radiology - Our Veterinary Technician's position patients and assist with radiographs, sending radiographs via email.
• Laboratory duties- Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for collecting, preparing, & running or submitting samples for requested tests; reading and recording results when indicated (fecals, Urines, Ear cytology etc) when requested by doctor.
• Preparing invoices, discharge instructions, and client informational tools
• Client communication for hospitalized patients - give patient updates, discharge instructions, and provide follow up for certain hospital patients.
• Client medical demonstrations / education - teach/educate clients on at home care procedures.
• Veterinary Technician appointments- blood draws for therapeutic monitoring / screening tests, bandage changes, post-op checks, suture removals, AG, TNT.
• Clinic technician- assisting doctor with outpatient appointments, preparing, restocking, cleaning exam room, check patients in and out, take history and vitals, input data into patient medical record, ensure a smooth and timely flow of outpatient appointments from check-in to discharge.
• Assist with reception/front desk duties as needed- answering phones, booking appointments, admit/discharge patients.
• Assist in training and mentoring new team members.
• Assist with inventory control - informing inventory manager when products are getting low/out, unpacking, restocking drug & medical supplies.
• Preparing prescriptions - dispensed medications & medication refills.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements:

• The veterinary technician must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and over 50 pounds with a coworker.
• The veterinary technician must be able to endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
• The veterinary technician must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
• The veterinary technician must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The veterinary technician will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
• The veterinary technician must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

Reasonable Accommodations

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.