Veterinary Technician

United Veterinary Care; Louisville, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental Health Support

Growth Opportunities

CE Allowance

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Health Insurance

Vision & Dental plans

Paid Holidays

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Gailor Animal Hospital in Louisville, KY is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician (LVT preferred) to join our growing team. You will work closely with veterinarians to provide compassionate nursing care and advanced technical support across a full range of services.

With a focus on education and growth, the role offers opportunities to mentor teammates and expand your expertise in areas like small animal care, exotic care, pain management, and urgent care within a supportive hospital family

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a veterinary practice setting.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and advocate for patients.
• Collaborate with veterinarians to elevate medical standards.
• Perform diagnostic sample collection, catheter placement, venipuncture, radiography, anesthesia and pain management, dental radiology, and prophylactic cleanings.

Skills

Licensed Vet Tech

Veterinary Technician

Team Spirit

Patient Care

Resilience

Job description

Are you a Veterinary Technician that is looking for Growth & Opportunity? Gailor Animal Hospitalis seeking a skilled and passionate LVT to join our growing team!

As a Veterinary Technicianat our hospital, you'll have the chance to fully utilize your expertise, collaborate closely with our veterinarians and elevate our medical standards. You'll serve as a vital patient advocate, delivering compassionate nursing care that encompasses a diverse range of your technical skills including diagnostic sample collection, catheter placement, venipuncture, radiography, anesthesia and pain management, dental radiology, and prophylactic cleanings.

Our full-service 6-doctor practice provides remarkable care to the Louisville area.Our Veterinary Technicians can advance and fully utilize their skillset in the areas of small animal nursing, exotic and small animal care, cold laser therapy, pain management, and urgent care. Come thrive in an environment that encourages education and continued growth within the profession, with opportunities to be a mentor to newer team members.

Qualifications

• Skill and Experience– You are a seasoned professional with at least 2 years of experience in a veterinary practice setting and are a Licensed Veterinary Technician (preferred).

• Team Spirit- You promote a positive culture by supporting and lifting up your fellow team members.

• Exceptional Patient Care- You care about our patients and take pride in sharing your knowledge and educating clients. You strive to elevate medical standards and advocate for your patients.

• Resilience and Adaptability- You cope effectively with pressure and setbacks. You see obstacles as opportunities to grow. You lean into your own values as you face challenges and are an exampleto your teammates todo the same.

Benefits

• Mental Health and Wellness Support including:

  • Free access to counseling

  • Meditation and mindfulness programs

  • Well-being ambassadors

• Growth Opportunities - Advancement opportunities including leadership and training roles

• Opportunity for Fear Free certification and Recover CPR training

• Continuing Education Allowance

• Short Term Disability paid for by employer

• Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family

• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment

• Medical Insurance Plans with multiple options including vision and dental care plans

• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options

• Long Term Disability option

• Team Member Discounts for Pet Care

• Generous paid time off plus 6 paid holidays a year

• Consistent schedule that allows for a healthy work/life balance

If you are looking for a hospital that values you personally and professionally, make sure to check us out!

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.