Licensed Veterinary Technician

Chelsea Animal Hospital; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401k with company match

CE allowance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Chelsea Animal Hospital in Chelsea, Michigan is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team and support outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry. A versatile, client-focused technician helps maintain high standards of patient care and clear client communication.

This full-time role offers strong benefits and opportunities for professional growth, with compensation ranging from $18 to $24 per hour.

Qualifications

• Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Michigan.
• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, surgical assistance, venipuncture, lab tests, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Support exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist in surgery.
• Perform dental procedures including prophylaxis and radiography.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Identify patient concerns and support case management.
• Educate clients and build strong client relationships.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Patient assessment

Surgical assistance

Venipuncture

In-house diagnostics

Client education

Education

Michigan LVT license

Tools

Radiography equipment

Anesthesia monitoring equipment

Job description

Chelsea Animal Hospital is seeking an experiencedLicensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)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: $18 - 24 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with availability needed Monday-Friday, and one Saturday per month. We are also open to part-time scheduling.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2,000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Michigan
• 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

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in the state of Michigan
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
  • Client education and communication

Why choose Chelsea Animal Hospital?

Our practice offers comprehensive veterinary care, including preventive exams, vaccinations, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and laser therapy. We are also proud to offer acupuncture and rehabilitation services. Our 5-doctor practice, led by Dr. Rode, is known for its personalized, compassionate care and long-standing relationships with clients - often treating pets across multiple generations. Our team's commitment to high-quality medicine and strong community ties has made us a trusted resource for pet owners in Chelsea, Dexter, Manchester, and beyond.

Pay Range

$18 - $24 USD

Chelsea Animal Hospital 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. We are 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 us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of 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.