Licensed Veterinary Technician - $1000 Sign On Bonus

Family Pet Health Center; Mattawan (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + 401K match

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible work schedules

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee referral program

License renewal fees covered

CE stipend for ongoing learning

Mentorship and career growth

Comfortable scrubs

Job summary

Family Pet Health Center in Mattawan, MI is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to lead and support our compassionate team. You will mentor staff, oversee clinical operations including anesthesia, radiology, and dentistry, and ensure compliance with protocols.

The role emphasizes diagnostics, client communication, and ongoing safety and quality care. We value teamwork, steady communication, and a calm, capable presence in a busy practice.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials (Associate’s degree + VTNE passed).
• Proficient with practice management software and EMR systems.
• Excellent communication and ability to remain calm under pressure; supportive teammate.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and equipment.
• Ability to stand for long periods, kneel, lift up to 40 lbs alone and assist up to 80 lbs with help.
• Willingness to work in a noisy environment with odors.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise veterinary technicians and support staff to ensure high-quality patient care and workflow efficiency
• Oversee daily clinical operations, including surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, dental procedures, radiology, and laboratory diagnostics
• Develop and maintain treatment protocols, safety procedures, and best practices in compliance with state regulations
• Coordinate staff schedules, training, onboarding, and performance evaluations
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and advanced medical procedures
• Monitor and maintain medical equipment, inventory, and pharmaceutical supplies
• Ensure accurate medical record documentation and client communication
• Implement and enforce hospital sanitation, infection control, and OSHA safety standards
• Handle complex or critical cases, including emergency triage and intensive patient monitoring
• Serve as a liaison between veterinarians, technicians, client service representatives, and management

Skills

Strong communication

Fine motor skills

Physical stamina

Team leadership

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (Associate’s + VTNE passed)

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Do you believe great veterinary care starts with compassion, teamwork, and a genuine love for pets (and their people)? So do we. Family Pet Health Center in Mattawan, MI is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician who wants more than just a job—we’re offering a place where your skills are valued, your voice matters, and your work truly makes a difference every single day.

Who We Are

We’re a close-knit, community-focused practice dedicated to providing high-quality, fear-free veterinary care in a supportive and upbeat environment. Our team works hard, laughs often, and genuinely enjoys coming to work together.

What You’ll Do

As an LVT at Family Pet Health Center, you’ll be hands-on and fully utilized, including:

• Lead, mentor, and supervise veterinary technicians and support staff to ensure high-quality patient care and workflow efficiency
• Oversee daily clinical operations, including surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, dental procedures, radiology, and laboratory diagnostics
• Develop and maintain treatment protocols, safety procedures, and best practices in compliance with state regulations
• Coordinate staff schedules, training, onboarding, and performance evaluations
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and advanced medical procedures
• Monitor and maintain medical equipment, inventory, and pharmaceutical supplies
• Ensure accurate medical record documentation and client communication
• Implement and enforce hospital sanitation, infection control, and OSHA safety standards
• Handle complex or critical cases, including emergency triage and intensive patient monitoring
• Serve as a liaison between veterinarians, technicians, client service representatives, and management

Who You Are

• Are a Licensed Veterinary Technician (Associate’s + VTNE passed)
• Basic computer skills and a comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping
• Excellent communicator and calm under pressure; ready to lend a hand to support those around you
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor as well as ability to lift up to 40lbs on own and able to support up to 80Ibs with assistance
• Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive compensation (depending on experience) including base and 401K match
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one
• Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work
• Paid Time Off (PTO) because we truly believe in TREAT YOUR SELF mentality
• Generous employee referral program, so our awesome people can bring in more awesome people
• License Renewal Fees covered
• A BIG focus on learning and growing, we stipend continuing education (CE) so we are always delivering state of the art medicine to our patients
• Mentorship and real career growth opportunities
• And the little (big) things, like comfy scrubs

Come grow with us—because great medicine starts with a great team.