Licensed Veterinary Technician

Amerivet; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

Career development opportunities

CE programs provided by AmeriVet at no

Job summary

AmeriVet’s Ace Animal Hospital in Westland, MI is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to support exams, treatments, and surgeries. You will safely handle animals, administer meds and vaccines, and maintain patient records while educating clients on pet care.

Qualifications include veterinary technician experience, strong animal handling, and excellent communication. Certification is preferred or eligibility; AVMA-accredited program is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT, RVT, or LVT) preferred or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain animals; administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect lab samples and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Animal handling

Client communication

Medical record keeping

Education

AVMA-accredited Vet Tech program

Job description

## Licensed Veterinary TechnicianApply: Westland, MI: Full time: Posted Today: JR109274**Licensed Veterinary Technician****Ace Animal Hospital****Westland, Michigan** Known as an **“All-American City,” Westland, Michigan,** offers a welcoming suburban lifestyle in the heart of the Detroit metropolitan area. With a rich history, unique local attractions, and more than 20 parks, there’s plenty to enjoy outside of work. Spend your free time exploring the outdoors, taking a scenic drive, enjoying a picnic, fishing, or kayaking along the Rouge River. **Westland offers a wonderful combination of suburban comfort, outdoor recreation, and easy access to everything the greater Detroit area has to offer.** **Ace Animal Clinic** is a companion animal clinic where we strive for gold-standard medicine for our pets, exceptional education and communication for our clients, and a team that supports and encourages each other. If you are a credentialed technician with these same values, then we would love to hear from you. **Qualifications*** Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.* Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.* Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT, RVT, or LVT) **preferred** – or **eligibility** to obtain licensure based on state requirements.* Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program **preferred but not required.****Responsibilities*** Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.* Safely handle and restrain animals; administer medications and vaccines.* Collect lab samples and maintain accurate patient records.* Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment.**What Makes Us Different*** Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!* Career development and advancement opportunities.* CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you! **Your next opportunity**: Let's Connect to discuss your next opportunity.Email me (Kathy) at [e-mail]**Learn more about us at:** **http://amerivet.com/veterinary-jobs/**LI-KC-1At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:* Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.* Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.* Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.* Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.* A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.