Lead Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

401k with match

CE allowance

Bonus package

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Animal Care Center of Carters Creek in Columbia, TN seeks an experienced Lead Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician to support outpatient care and surgical procedures. The LVMT will balance exam room duties, client communication, and hands-on procedural support in a dynamic general practice.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of experience, TN LVMT licensure, and strong anesthesia, dental, and record-keeping skills.

Qualifications

• Active and good-standing LVMT license in Tennessee.
• 5+ years veterinary technician experience.
• Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, dental prophylaxis, radiography, venipuncture, and records management.
• Strong clinical judgment and compassionate patient handling.

Responsibilities

• Support exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist in surgery and dental procedures with radiography.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Explain treatment plans and discharge instructions to clients clearly and compassionately.

Skills

LVMT license Tennessee

5+ years experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Dental prophylaxis & radiography

Venipuncture & IV placement

Client communication

Medical records management

Teamwork

Tools

EzyVet

Job description

Lead Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician

Columbia, TN

Animal Care Center of Carters Creek is seeking an experiencedLead Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT)to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting in surgery
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Schedule and compensation:

Compensation:$22-26 per hour, for each hour worked

This is a flexible full-time position, with availability needed Monday - Saturday with the Saturday shifts rotating every other weekend

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Tennessee
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 5+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standingLicensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT)license in the state of Tennessee
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Proficiency in patient nursing, anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, and dental prophylaxis with dental radiography
  • Skilled in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, laboratory diagnostics, and radiology
  • Ability to maintain accurate medical records while providing compassionate, low-stress patient handling and client education
  • Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Professional communication skills, collaborative team mindset, and commitment to exceptional patient care and continuous learning

Additional Preferred Skills:

• Ultrasound-guided cystocentesis
• Experience with EzyVet practice management software is a plus

About Our Hospital

We are afive-doctor, rapidly growing veterinary hospitaldedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to pets and the families who love them. Our team focuses on building strong relationships with our clients while delivering personalized veterinary medicine in a collaborative, supportive environment where every team member plays an important role in patient care.

Our hospital offers a full range of services includingpreventative care, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and advanced medical treatments, allowing our team to practice high-quality medicine while continuing to grow their skills and experience. To support this level of care, our facility is equipped with modern veterinary technology includingdigital X-ray, ultrasound, therapeutic laser therapy, and in-house laboratory equipment (Abaxis / Zoetis)to help provide efficient diagnostics and treatment for our patients. As part of our continued growth and expansion, we are alsoadding digital dental radiography, allowing our medical team to further enhance the level of dental care we provide.

As our practice continues to grow, we are excited to welcome team members who arepassionate about animal care, motivated to learn, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented veterinary environment. Our hospital culture emphasizes teamwork, support, and a shared commitment to providing exceptional care to every patient who walks through our doors.

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$22 - $26 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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