Licensed Vet Tech - Patient Care & Diagnostics (4x10s)

veterinarypracticepartners; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development

Job summary

Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery. You will work 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts, with a required weekend day.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and opportunities for professional development for our skilled team members.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Animal care

Client communication

Surgery assistance

Anesthesia

Medical records

Safety awareness

Veterinary procedures

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification

Tools

Lab work

Radiographs

IV catheter placement

Injections

Job description

Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery. You will work 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts, with a required weekend day.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and opportunities for professional development for our skilled team members.