Licensed Veterinary Technician

Newberlinvet; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary hospital in Lake Orion, MI as a Full-Time Licensed Veterinary Technician. Be part of a supportive team in a state-of-the-art facility, emphasizing quality care and professional growth. Enjoy a rotating schedule, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid Time Off & Holidays

401(k) with up to 4% match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

$500 CE stipend + 24 paid CE hours/year

Uniform allowance

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT).
• Ability to handle physical demands up to 50 lbs.
• Good communication skills for client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and perform treatments.
• Assist with anesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Conduct laboratory tests and communicate with clients.

Skills

Patient Care

Anesthesia

Client Communication

Laboratory Skills

Dental Care

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

IDEXX Neo

Scribenote AI

IDEXX lab equipment

Job description

Overview

Full-Time Licensed Veterinary Technician

Newly licensed and license eligible Licensed Veterinary Technicians are welcome to apply

Orion Animal Care Center – Lake Orion, MI 75 Waldron Road, Lake Orion, Michigan 48359

orionanimalcarecenter.com

Compensation

• $22 – $28 per hour, based on experience and skill level - with potential for annual bonus

Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) looking to join a supportive, forward-thinking team in a modern, fully equipped animal hospital? Orion Animal Care Center is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing team!

About Us

We are a thriving veterinary hospital with:

• A state-of-the-art building, designed for comfort and efficiency (built in 2019)

• A dedicated team including 3 doctors (with a 4th joining in August)

• A strong focus on teamwork, mentorship, and quality care

️ Technology & Tools

• Software: IDEXX Neo for practice management

• Charting: Doctors use Scribenote AI to streamline documentation

• In-House Lab: Fully equipped with IDEXX lab equipment

• Advanced Imaging: CT scan and digital X-ray

• Other Services: Ultrasound, orthopedic surgery, pocket pet care, and advanced soft tissue surgery

️ Schedule

Our team works a rotating 2-week schedule:

• Week A: 3 days (longer days), no Saturday

• Week B: 3 days + Saturday shift, with 2 longer days and 1 shorter day. This schedule provides work-life balance and variety!

Come join our growing team!

BENEFITS: We believe in supporting our team both personally and professionally. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time team member:

Paid Time Off & Holidays

• PTO increases with years of service
• 48 hours of flexible holiday pay (6 recognized holidays)
• Annual performance review with wage evaluation

Bonuses & Retirement

• Dream Fund: Annual bonus potential
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match starting Day 1

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA & HSA options
• Maternity leave
• Health Advocate – Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
• Free mental health support: 5 in-person counseling sessions per issue
• 24/7 access to experts
• Help with anxiety, family issues, grief, legal/financial advice & more

Optional Insurances

• Life & AD&D
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

Professional Perks

• Uniform allowance
• CE Benefits for Credentialed Techs:
• $500 CE stipend + 24 paid CE hours/year
• Access to RACE-approved CE platform
• Internal rewards program — earn points, redeem gift cards
• Pet care discounts
• Externship opportunities for vet tech and vet students

Responsibilities

Major Duties:

• Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for in-patient medical care: administer medications, assist or perform treatments, diagnostics & monitoring, place IV catheters, draw blood, run lab tests, administer IV fluids, cleaning, feeding, and walking patients as needed.
• Anesthesia/Surgery – Our Veterinary Technician's prep, induction, maintenance, monitoring, recovery of patients, cleans/maintains/sterilizes anesthesia equipment and surgical instruments.
• Dentistry - Our Veterinary Technician's provide patient dental care, ultrasonic cleaning and polishing, assist doctor with dental surgery.
• Radiology - Our Veterinary Technicians position patients and assist with radiographs, sending radiographs via email.
• Laboratory duties - Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for collecting, preparing, & running or submitting samples for requested tests; reading and recording results when indicated (fecals, urines, ear cytology etc) when requested by doctor.
• Preparing invoices, discharge instructions, and client informational tools
• Client communication for hospitalized patients - give patient updates, discharge instructions, and provide follow-up for certain hospital patients.
• Client medical demonstrations / education - teach/educate clients on at-home care procedures.
• Veterinary Technician appointments - blood draws for therapeutic monitoring / screening tests, bandage changes, post-op checks, suture removals, AG, TNT.
• Clinic technician - assisting doctor with outpatient appointments, preparing, restocking, cleaning exam rooms, checking patients in and out, taking history and vitals, inputting data into patient medical records, ensuring a smooth and timely flow of outpatient appointments from check-in to discharge.
• Assist with reception/front desk duties as needed - answering phones, booking appointments, admitting/discharging patients.
• Assist in training and mentoring new team members.
• Assist with inventory control – informing inventory manager when products are getting low/out, unpacking, restocking drug & medical supplies.
• Preparing prescriptions - dispensed medications & medication refills.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements:

• The veterinary technician must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and over 50 pounds with a coworker.
• The veterinary technician must be able to endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
• The veterinary technician must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
• The veterinary technician must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The veterinary technician will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
• The veterinary technician must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.