Licensed Veterinary Technician

Allianceanimal; Hebron (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established animal hospital in northern Kentucky is seeking a dedicated Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their compassionate team. In this dynamic role, you will provide essential care to a variety of small animals, including dogs, cats, and pocket pets. Your responsibilities will encompass everything from animal restraint and triage to diagnostic imaging and surgical assistance. The hospital prides itself on its commitment to pet health and offers a supportive environment for continuous professional development. If you are passionate about animal welfare and eager to grow your skills in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license.
• 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collect and analyze lab samples, manage medical cases.
• Assist in surgeries and manage anesthesia.

Skills

Veterinary Procedures Knowledge

Client Communication Skills

Animal Restraint Techniques

Sample Collection Methods

Anesthesia Administration

Surgical Monitoring

Diagnostic Imaging

Medical Record Management

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Hebron Animal Hospital is a well-established, fast-paced multi-doctor small animal practice in northern Kentucky. Our most common patients are cats and dogs, but we also see pocket pets! Pet health is our top priority, and online reviews boast about our compassionate, knowledgeable, and empathetic staff. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients, which include dentistry, therapy laser, soft-tissue surgery, in-house diagnostics, digital radiology, ultrasonography, and more! We are proud to be an AAHA Accredited Hospital with Fear Free Certified professionals on our team!

Our hours of operation are:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8:00am - 8:00pm

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Animal restraint
• Triage of incoming patients
• Collection and analysis of lab samples
• Diagnostic imaging
• Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
• Administration of medications
• Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
• Surgical preparation and assistance
• Anesthetic management

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands-on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• A Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Availability to work weekends
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.