Overnight LVT Lead — Emergency & Critical Care

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life and AD&D

EAP

Supplemental insurance options

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

South Metro Animal Emergency Care (SMAEC) seeks an experienced Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) for Emergency & Critical Care to oversee overnight operations. This leader will mentor technicians and assistants, working closely with DVMs to deliver exceptional care in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.

The role offers a competitive hourly range of $34–$38 with a $6 overnight differential (8 PM–8 AM), plus a $2,500 sign-on bonus after 6 months.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential.
• Strong emergency and critical care background.
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to lead a fast-paced overnight team.

Responsibilities

• Lead overnight clinical operations while maintaining high standards of patient care.
• Perform initial triage and collaborate with DVMs to prioritize cases.
• Review treatment plans with clients with empathy and confidence.
• Mentor teammates and coordinate with hospital leadership on workflows.

Skills

Emergency & Critical Care

Leadership

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credentials

Job description

South Metro Animal Emergency Care (SMAEC) seeks an experienced Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) for Emergency & Critical Care to oversee overnight operations. This leader will mentor technicians and assistants, working closely with DVMs to deliver exceptional care in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.

The role offers a competitive hourly range of $34–$38 with a $6 overnight differential (8 PM–8 AM), plus a $2,500 sign-on bonus after 6 months.