Licensed Veterinary Technician - Blue Cross Animal Hospital

AmeriVet; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Bonuses

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Supportive team

Job summary

Blue Cross Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join a busy, team-centered practice in Royal Oak, MI. You will be responsible for rooming patients, assisting in surgeries, placing IV catheters, and handling radiographs while using in-clinic lab equipment and dispensing medications as prescribed.

The ideal candidate will be licensed in Michigan, have VTNE passed, and at least 1 year of hands-on clinic experience, with strong client education and teamwork skills to thrive

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in Michigan and VTNE passed.
• 1+ year hands-on experience in a veterinary clinic.
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment.
• Experience with handling and restraining animals (Fear Free).
• Understand the importance of client education.
• Positive team player willing to continue learning.
• Can multi-task efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and assist in surgery.
• Place IV catheters and monitor patients.
• Take and position X-rays; ensure proper positioning.
• Use in-clinic laboratory equipment.
• Dispense and administer medications as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Support training, growth, and workflow within the practice.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Fear Free handling

Client education

Team player

Multi-tasking

X-ray knowledge

Education

VTNE passed

Michigan license

Tools

In-clinic lab equipment

IV catheter placement

X-ray positioning

Radiography equipment

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Royal Oaks, Michigan

Requirements:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician – must have already passed VTNE and licensed in the State of Michigan
• 1+ years of hands-on experience in a veterinary clinic
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
• Experience with properly handling and restraining animals (Fear Free)
• Understand the importance of client education
• Positive team player willing to continue to learn
• Can multi-task efficiently

Blue Cross Animal Hospital is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician who wants to grow their career with a team-centered practice. Our ideal team member is passionate about animal wellness, has the ability to play a vital role in providing quality medicine, is service-oriented, and thrives in a busy environment. They need to be confident in rooming patients, assisting in surgery, placing IV catheters, knowledge of x-ray and proper positioning, experience properly handling and restraining animals, using in-clinic laboratory equipment, and dispensing and administering medicine prescribed by the veterinarian. We are a busy three-doctor practice looking for a great and passionate LVT to assist in training, growth, and flow within the practice. Blue Cross Animal Hospital has a long-standing loyal client base, so we strive to make client education a priority. We work with doctors who specialize in Endocrinology and embrace education in the veterinary industry for themselves and the staff. If you are a Licensed Veterinary Technician looking to join an amazing team that supports the life/work balance and take your skills and education to the next level we are excited to hear from you.

Pay Ran ge: Up to $26.00 based on experience and licensure status

At 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.