Licensed Veterinary Technician, LVT

United Veterinary Care; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K with company match

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

DailyPay on Demand

Employee Discounts for Pet Care

Job summary

East Louisville Animal Hospital in Louisville, KY is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our multi-doctor team. The hospital emphasizes compassionate nursing care, advanced diagnostics, and a supportive environment for professional growth.

The role requires an active LVT license, 2+ years of experience preferred, and strong clinical skills in radiography, anesthesia, and client education.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active state license.
• Minimum 2 years’ professional experience preferred.
• Superior technical knowledge and skills.
• Proficient in medical math calculations (drugs, CRIs, conversions).
• Excellent communication skills with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate nursing care using diagnostic sample collection, catheter placement, venipuncture, radiography and dental radiology.
• Support veterinarians to ensure preventative, injury and illness visits.
• Advocate for patients and educate clients.
• Assist with procedures and surgeries including anesthetic induction and monitoring, and post-operative care.
• Obtain health history from clients and document accurately in the EMR.
• Mentor and support fellow team members.
• Continually advance knowledge and skill set.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Excellent communication

Team player

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician, LVT

East Louisville Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced LVT to join our team in Louisville, KY.

About Us:

East Louisville is a progressive, multi-doctor practice known for delivering top-notch care for the pets in Louisville and the surrounding areas. Our state-of-the-art facility offers innovative diagnostics and equipment, allowing opportunities to enhance your medical knowledge and further develop your skills as a veterinary professional. Our veterinary team is committed to ensuring every pet receives compassionate care, and we pride ourselves on our welcoming environment where both pets and people feel valued and appreciated!

Do you want to be a part of a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families?If so, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver exceptional, compassionate nursing care to patients utilizing a variety of technical skills, includingdiagnostic sample collection, catheter placement, venipuncture, radiography,dental radiology, and prophylactic cleanings
• Support veterinarians to ensure exceptional veterinary care during preventative,injuryand illness visits
• Advocate for patients, and educate clients
• Assist with patient procedures and surgeries, including anesthetic induction and monitoring, pre and post-operative patient care, surgical suite, instrument, and equipment care
• Obtain health history from clients and ensure documentation is accurate and complete within the electronic medical record
• Willingness to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members
• Constantly advance your knowledgebase and skill set

What We’re Looking For:

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active state license
• Minimum 2 years’ professional experience, preferred
• Superior technical knowledge and skills
• Proficient in medical math calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, conversions, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills with clients and team members
• Proficient time management, ability to solve problems, learn, and handle multiple tasks
• Enthusiastic team player with a patient and positive professional attitude
• Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds, and work on feet most of the day
• Must have the ability to adjust to changes in the environment and able to handle stress in a calm manner
• Must be a team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude
• Must be able to anticipate and be detail oriented due to the high level of quality medicine

What We Offer:

• Paid time off & Holiday pay
• 401K with company match
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance Plans with multiple options
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability
• Complimentary Life Insurance
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
• Long-Term Disability option
• Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support
• Digital Musculoskeletal & Physical Therapy Programs
• Employee Discounts for Pet Care
• Referral Bonus Program
• DailyPay on Demand

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.