Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Santa Fe (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

401(k)

Medical, dental, vision

Voluntary life & AD&D

Employer-paid life & AD&D

Continuing education

Uniforms

Job summary

Loving Care Pet Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join a small, tech-focused two-doctor team. You will perform minor procedures, assist in surgery, and conduct ultrasound scans, playing an essential role in patient care from start to finish.

The team values teaching and empowerment, offering a collaborative environment where your skills will grow and your voice will be heard. Schedule includes weekdays with rotating Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician required with state licensure.
• Experience in minor procedures and diagnostic imaging.
• Ability to assist in surgery and perform ultrasound imaging.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor procedures and assist in surgery.
• Conduct ultrasound scans and other diagnostic imaging.
• Provide comprehensive patient care from admission to discharge.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Surgical assistance

Patient care

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician credential

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician at Loving Care Pet Hospital

At Loving Care Pet Hospital, we don't just "have" Licensed Veterinary Technicians… we depend on them. We're a small but mighty, tech-focused, two-doctor hospital that believes in letting our LVTs do what they were trained to do. Here, you won't just be running routine exam rooms and only restraining pets, you'll be performing minor procedures, assisting in surgery, conducting ultrasound scans, and playing an essential role in patient care from start to finish.

Our doctors loves to teach, mentor, and empower our technicians, fostering an environment where your skills will grow, your knowledge will expand, and your voice will be heard. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine and want to be trusted, utilized, and respected for your expertise, this is the place for you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Current Schedule - Monday - Friday, with rotating Saturdays. Typically four 10's but may be flexible.
• Highly skilled LVT team environment where you're encouraged to fully use your credentials.
• Opportunities to perform procedures, run diagnostic imaging (including ultrasounds), and expand your technical skill set.
• Supportive doctor who thrives on collaboration and teaching.
• A small, close-knit team that values humor, kindness, and a shared commitment to excellent patient care.

Pay Range

• $24–$26/hour + eligibility for performance-based bonus

Benefits

• PTO
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Continuing Education
• Uniforms