Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgery, Dentistry & Client Education

Crossroads Animal Hospital & Pet Resort; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Crossroads Animal Hospital & Pet Resort in Jackson, MI is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our AAHA-accredited team. You will perform outpatient care, anesthesia, dentistry, radiology, lab work, and client education in a low-stress hospital setting.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, calm under pressure, and committed to clinical excellence, with at least 1 year of clinical veterinary experience and an active Michigan LVT license.

Qualifications

• Active LVT license in Michigan required.
• Minimum 1 year clinical veterinary experience preferred.
• Proficient in anesthesia, dentistry, lab work and restraint.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications, vaccines, and fluids as directed.
• Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia.
• Provide surgical support and maintain aseptic technique.
• Perform dental cleanings, radiographs, and post-op care.
• Take and process diagnostic imaging (radiographs).
• Collect, prepare, and process lab samples (blood, urine, cytology).
• Maintain treatment plans and monitor hospitalized patients.
• Respond to emergencies and pain management needs.
• Educate clients on diagnoses, medications, and follow-up care.
• Assist with estimates and medical counseling.

Skills

Veterinary patient care

Anesthesia

Dentistry

Radiology

Lab work

Client communication

Teamwork

Education

Active LVT license in Michigan

Tools

Cornerstone experience

Job description

Crossroads Animal Hospital & Pet Resort in Jackson, MI is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our AAHA-accredited team. You will perform outpatient care, anesthesia, dentistry, radiology, lab work, and client education in a low-stress hospital setting.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, calm under pressure, and committed to clinical excellence, with at least 1 year of clinical veterinary experience and an active Michigan LVT license.