Licensed Veterinary Technician

Grantslickvet; Alexandria (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan with employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Employee Discount + Monthly Credit

Uniform Allowance

Continuing Education Allowance

Bonus & Recognition Platform

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Grants Lick Veterinary Hospital is seeking a licensed Veterinary Technician to join a fast-paced, multi-doctor practice. You will support DVMs with exams, diagnostics, surgeries, and patient care, while ensuring compassionate service to clients.

The role emphasizes anesthesia monitoring, radiographs, lab work, and strong teamwork in a collaborative environment. We value client education and meticulous patient care in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed, Certified, or Registered Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) required.
• Strong communication skills with a focus on client education and team collaboration.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Competency in anesthesia monitoring, surgical assisting, and basic laboratory procedures preferred.
• Strong knowledge of veterinary medical terminology, patient care, and clinical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist our DVM team with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical/dental procedures.
• Perform anesthesia monitoring and support a wide range of surgical cases.
• Collect and process laboratory samples; run in-house diagnostics and prepare specimens.
• Place IV catheters, administer medications and vaccines, and support hospitalized patient care.
• Take and process radiographs under veterinary direction while maintaining accurate medical records.
• Communicate with clients regarding discharge instructions, medications, and at-home care.

Skills

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Anesthesia monitoring

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

In-house laboratory equipment

Job description

Grants Lick Veterinary Hospital has been serving families since 1962. We are a multi-doctor practice seeking a licensed Veterinary Technician who is confident in a fast-moving environment, enjoys a diverse caseload and surgical support, and is passionate about compassionate patient and client care. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, team-driven environment.

We take pride not only in the care we provide for our community, but also in how we support and invest in our team.

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

• Health Insurance
• Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Discount + Monthly Credit
• Uniform Allowance
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Bonus & Recognition Platform
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What to Expect in the Role:

• Assist our DVM team with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical/dental procedures
• Perform anesthesia monitoring and support a wide range of surgical cases
• Collect and process laboratory samples; run in-house diagnostics and prepare specimens
• Place IV catheters, administer medications and vaccines, and support hospitalized patient care
• Take and process radiographs under veterinary direction while maintaining accurate medical records
• Communicate with clients regarding discharge instructions, medications, and at-home care

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensed, Certified, or Registered Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) required
• Strong communication skills with a focus on client education and team collaboration
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail and accuracy
• Competency in anesthesia monitoring, surgical assisting, and basic laboratory procedures preferred
• Strong knowledge of veterinary medical terminology, patient care, and clinical procedures

If you’d like to learn more about our practice, please visit us on Facebook or our website. We look forward to connecting with you!

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GLVH859 Website: www.grantslickvet.com