Certified Veterinary Technician

Mission Veterinary Partners; Three Rivers (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary practice as a Certified Veterinary Technician, where your skills and passion for animal care will be valued. You'll play a crucial role in patient care, supporting veterinarians, and ensuring smooth clinic operations. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and a commitment to high-quality care.

Benefits

Continuing education and skills training

Medical, Vision and Dental plans available

401K starting on day 1 with up to 4% match

Pet Benefits

Internal Employee Rewards Program

Qualifications

• Proficiency in laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental, and nursing skills.
• Ability to give SQ, IM, and IV injections.
• Knowledge of drugs, anesthesia, and patient recovery.

Responsibilities

• In-patient medical care and treatments.
• Anesthesia and surgical prep, monitoring, and recovery.
• Client communication and education.

Skills

Proficiency in laboratory skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Surgical skills

Dental skills

Nursing skills

Patient recovery knowledge

Confidence around pets

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

State licensing

1+ years veterinary experience

Job description

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Overview

Now Hiring: Full-Time Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician

Location: Crossroads Veterinary Clinic - 15275 M-60, Three Rivers, MI 49093

Website: crossroadsveterinaryclinic.com

Are you an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician with a passion for patient care and a love for teamwork? Join Crossroads Veterinary Clinic, a 4-doctor, AAHA-accredited practice where your skills, ideas, and well-being truly matter.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Team-first culture: Collaboration, communication, and kindness are at the heart of everything we do.
• Fun & connection: Expect game nights, holiday parties, community events, and lots of laughter.
• Growth mindset: We support learning and celebrate curiosity. Let’s grow together.

What You’ll Do

Role

As a Licensed Veterinary Technician, you’ll play a vital role in patient care, client communication, and supporting our veterinarians and assistants. You should be confident and proficient in:

• Venipuncture & IV catheter placement
• Administering vaccines and medications
• Patient surgical monitoring and anesthesia
• Drug calculations
• Dental prophylaxis
• General technical duties of a Licensed Veterinary Technician

Schedule & Compensation

• Hours: 32-34 hours/week Monday-Friday: 8:30 am-5:00 pm. Every other Saturday, with a half-day off during the week. Extended shifts (7:30 am-6:00 pm) on Mondays and Wednesdays.
• Pay: $22 - $25/hour, based on experience

Perks & Benefits

• Supportive, open-door leadership that genuinely listens
• Continuing education and skills training
• Advanced tech tools: Rhapsody software, in-house lab (Zoetis, IDEXX), and Zoetis Imagyst AI cytology
• AAHA standards and protocols that support high-quality care

About Us

We care for dogs, cats, and the occasional pocket pet, offering services like orthopedic surgery, laser therapy, and ultrasound. What sets us apart is our genuine compassion, clinical excellence, and deep belief that great care starts with a great team.

Ready to join a team that values you as much as the pets we care for? Apply today — we can’t wait to meet you!

Benefits

• PTO: 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
• Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program (includes counseling, legal/financial support, webinars, and more at no cost)
• Optional Insurances: Life Insurance AD&D, Short/Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accidental Insurance
• Pet Benefits, Uniform Allowance, CE Benefits (including a $500 stipend and 24 paid CE hours/year)
• Internal Employee Rewards Program
• Externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students

Responsibilities

Major Duties include:

• In-patient medical care and treatments
• Anesthesia and surgical prep, monitoring, and recovery
• Dental care and procedures
• Radiology assistance
• Laboratory duties
• Client communication and education
• Veterinary technician appointments
• Clinic support tasks: assisting in exams, inventory, prescriptions
• Training and mentoring new team members
• Ensuring smooth clinic operations

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental, and nursing skills
• Patience and composure in stressful and medical crisis situations
• Ability to give SQ, IM, and IV injections
• Knowledge of drugs, anesthesia, and patient recovery
• English language proficiency for reasoning, reading, and communication
• Confidence around pets

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• State licensing
• 1+ years veterinary experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physical tasks, lift up to 50+ pounds, and endure hospital environment conditions
• Sufficient ambulatory skills and sensory abilities

Travel: Minimal, possibly for vendor visits and education.

Reasonable accommodations are available; contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Mission Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and inclusion.