Licensed Veterinary Technician - Patient Care & Surgery

Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Centreville; Weaverville (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Broad River Animal Hospital in Weaverville, NC is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician. The role includes assisting veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, along with accurate medical records and client communication.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive hourly pay of 24.00–26.00 per hour depending on experience, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledge of common disease states and alert veterinarians to changes.
• 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 handling

Client communication

Surgical assistance

Education

LVT certification

Job description

Broad River Animal Hospital in Weaverville, NC is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician. The role includes assisting veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, along with accurate medical records and client communication.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive hourly pay of 24.00–26.00 per hour depending on experience, and opportunities for professional development.