Licensed Veterinary Technician — Mon-Fri, 4x10s + $1k Sign-On

Veterinary Practice Partners; Lino Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Rice Creek Animal Hospital in Minnesota is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care for patients and support for veterinarians. The role emphasizes compassionate animal handling and clear client communication, with duties spanning exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.

The ideal candidate will have LVT credentials, be knowledgeable about common diseases, maintain accurate records, and follow all hospital safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification is required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.

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

LVT certification

Animal handling

Client communication

Job description

Rice Creek Animal Hospital in Minnesota is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care for patients and support for veterinarians. The role emphasizes compassionate animal handling and clear client communication, with duties spanning exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.

The ideal candidate will have LVT credentials, be knowledgeable about common diseases, maintain accurate records, and follow all hospital safety guidelines.