Licensed Vet Tech: Surgery, Diagnostics & Client Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to provide skilled patient care and support to veterinarians in a busy practice.

The ideal candidate is experienced in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners. Salary ranges from $25.00 to $35.00 per hour, depending on skills and experience, and benefits include medical/dental/vision, PTO, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Must hold LVT certification.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinators to changes.
• 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 handling

Client communication

Medical procedures

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification

Tools

Lab work

Radiographs

IV catheter placement

Job description

Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to provide skilled patient care and support to veterinarians in a busy practice.

The ideal candidate is experienced in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners. Salary ranges from $25.00 to $35.00 per hour, depending on skills and experience, and benefits include medical/dental/vision, PTO, and a 401(k).