Licensed Veterinary Technician — Surgical Support & Client Care

New Hope Veterinary Clinic; Joelton (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates in Joelton, Tennessee is seeking a dedicated veterinary technician. In this role, you will assist veterinarians with appointments, monitor anesthesia, and provide surgical support while maintaining accurate medical records.

The ideal candidate holds a current Tennessee LVMT license and has strong communication and organizational skills. NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Tennessee LVMT license.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on a team.
• Mixed animal experience preferred, but not required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with appointments and procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and provide surgical support.
• Perform laboratory testing, radiology, and nursing care.
• Educate and communicate with clients.
• Maintain accurate medical records.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in a team

Education

Current Tennessee LVMT license

Job description

Our two-doctor mixed animal practice in Joelton, TN is looking for a compassionate and motivated Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) to join our team.

We provide quality care for both small and large animal patients (primarily small but working to grow our large animal business in the near future)

Responsibilities include:

Assisting veterinarians with appointments and procedures

Anesthesia monitoring and surgical support

Laboratory testing, radiology, and nursing care

Client education and communication

Maintaining accurate medical records

Qualifications:

Current Tennessee LVMT license

Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Mixed animal experience is preferred but not required—we’re happy to train the right candidate.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.