Certified Veterinary Technician - CVT or LVT

South Metro Animal Emergency Care; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 33,062 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on exposure to emergency medicine

Supportive culture

Leadership valuing technician contributions

Job summary

South Metro Animal Emergency Care in Apple Valley, MN, seeks a Certified Veterinary Technician to join its 24/7 emergency hospital. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, advocating for patients while managing diverse cases including toxins and traumas.

This role offers a supportive culture, meaningful work, and the opportunity to utilize your skills fully. With flexible shift options and strong technician-to-doctor ratios, this is a place to grow in emergency medicine.

Qualifications

• C.V.T. with passion for patient care and teamwork.
• Desire to advance skills in emergency medicine.
• Ability to work in fast-paced emergency environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial triage and collaborate with DVMs.
• Place IV and urinary catheters, NG tubes, and central lines.
• Oversee and perform hospitalized patient treatments.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Compassionate communication

Mentoring and supporting teammates

Accurate medical documentation

Education

Credentialed veterinary technician (CVT/LVT/RVT)

Job description

Certified Veterinary Technician - CVT or LVT

Are you a C.V.T. who wants to fully use your skills, be genuinely respected for your expertise, and make a real impact every shift? If so, South Metro Animal Emergency Care might be exactly what you’re looking for.

We are a 24/7, AAHA-accredited emergency hospital in Apple Valley, MN, and as we continue to grow, we’re looking for CVT’s who are passionate about patient care, teamwork, and advancing their skills in emergency medicine. Our typical cases include toxins, foreign bodies, urinary obstructions, respiratory illness, and traumas.

Why This Role Is Different (and Better)

At South Metro, our technicians are highly valued and trusted to control the flow of the hospital, not just support staff. You’ll have real ownership of patient care and play a critical role in how the hospital runs day to day.

Our CVTs:

• Perform initial triage and collaborate directly with our fully staffed DVM’s
• Review treatment plans with owners and answer questions with empathy and clarity
• Place IV and urinary catheters, NG tubes, central lines, and PICC lines
• Apply splints and bandages
• Run and monitor anesthesia for surgical procedures
• Oversee and perform hospitalized patient treatments

Staffing is designed to support you: typically 2 CVTs and 2 veterinary assistants per doctor, so you’re never stretched thin or set up to fail.

Experience in general practice, emergency, or specialty medicine is welcome; we’re happy to help you grow into emergency care if that’s your next step.

What we’re looking for:

• A credentialed veterinary technician (CVT/LVT/RVT)
• Has strong technical skills and a desire to keep learning
• Advocates confidently for patients and clients
• Communicates with compassion during stressful, emotional situations
• Enjoys mentoring and supporting teammates
• Takes pride in accurate, thorough medical documentation
• Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced emergency environment

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• A team-focused, supportive culture where techs are respected and heard
• 8, 10, or 12‑hour shifts available. Day and swing shifts available.
• Meaningful work: every shift truly matters
• Hands‑on exposure to emergency medicine
• Strong technician‑to‑doctor ratios
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Leadership that believes in utilizing technicians to the top of their license

Our Core Values

If you’re ready to join a hospital where your skills, voice, and passion matter, we’d love to meet you.

Compensation Range

$24 - $32 USD

Please contact [e-mail] for more information or to apply.