Licensed Veterinary Technician — Patient Care & Client Support

Socket.dev; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Best Care Pet Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a licensed veterinary technician to provide skilled patient care and support to veterinarians. The position is full or part-time with a schedule Monday–Friday 7:30AM–5:30PM and Saturday 9AM–12PM, offering a competitive hourly wage between $18 and $21 plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Ideal candidates will have LVT certification, experience with animal care and client communication, and the ability to perform lab work, radiographs,

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.
• 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

Client communication

Animal care

Surgical assistance

Lab work

Radiography

IV catheter placement

Medication dispensing

Education

LVT certification

Job description

Best Care Pet Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a licensed veterinary technician to provide skilled patient care and support to veterinarians. The position is full or part-time with a schedule Monday–Friday 7:30AM–5:30PM and Saturday 9AM–12PM, offering a competitive hourly wage between $18 and $21 plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Ideal candidates will have LVT certification, experience with animal care and client communication, and the ability to perform lab work, radiographs,