Licensed Veterinary Technician - Compassionate Pet Care

Broad River Animal Hospital; Weaverville (NC); On-site; USD 68,880,000 - 74,501,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Broad River Animal Hospital in Weaverville, NC is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and exceptional client service. You will support veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, while maintaining accurate records and compassionate animal handling.

This role offers $24.00–$26.00 per hour, a Monday–Friday schedule, and a benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Animal care

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification

Tools

Lab work

Radiographs

IV catheter placement

Job description

Broad River Animal Hospital in Weaverville, NC is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and exceptional client service. You will support veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, while maintaining accurate records and compassionate animal handling.

This role offers $24.00–$26.00 per hour, a Monday–Friday schedule, and a benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.