Licensed Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health; Hebron (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established multi-doctor animal practice in northern Kentucky is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician. This role involves providing exceptional care to pets, including animal restraint, diagnostics, and client communication. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating technical expertise and a commitment to animal welfare. The practice values ongoing training and offers a supportive atmosphere for professional growth. Join a compassionate team dedicated to delivering the best veterinary care and making a difference in the lives of pets and their owners.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision)

401k & 401K matching program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• Active veterinary technician license required, with 1+ year experience preferred.
• Strong communication and medical record management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint, triage, and management of medical cases.
• Administration of medications and effective communication with clients.

Skills

Animal restraint techniques

Client communication

Medical record management

Sample collection methods

Anesthesia administration

Surgical monitoring

Veterinary procedures knowledge

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Company 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
• Wednesday and Friday: 8:00am - 6:00pm
• Saturday: 8:00am - 2:00pm
• We are closed on Sunday

Come check us out at https://www.hebronanimalhospital.com/

Job Description

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, and 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

We’re Looking For:

• 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:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• 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
• Career Development Opportunities
• 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.