Veterinary Technician

National Veterinary Associates, Inc.; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits (若

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive team culture and growth

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates, Inc. is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team.

Credentialed technicians are encouraged to apply, but we welcome skilled non-credentialed candidates with strong technical abilities and a passion for patient care. In a fast-paced practice, you will support veterinarians with exams, treatments, and diagnostics, perform lab work and radiographs, educate clients, and help maintain medical records.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary experience required.
• Credentialed veterinary technician preferred but not required.
• Proficient with blood draws and injections.
• Strong communication and client service skills; ability to multitask in a busy practice.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Experience in anesthesia/surgery/dental preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Patient restraint and handling.
• Blood collection and sample processing.
• Administering SQ, IM, and IV injections as directed.
• Placing and maintaining IV catheters.
• Assisting doctors with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Client education regarding medications, preventative care, diagnostics, and treatment plans.
• Performing laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures.
• Taking and developing radiographs.
• Maintaining accurate medical records.
• Supporting a positive and collaborative team environment.

Skills

Blood draws

Injections

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Attendance reliability

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred

Job description

Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant (Full-Time)

We are looking for a full-time Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. Credentialed technicians are encouraged to apply, but we are also open to experienced non-credentialed candidates with strong technical skills and a passion for patient care.

Our ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, team-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while providing exceptional care to our patients and clients.

Responsibilities Include:

• Patient restraint and handling
• Blood collection and sample processing
• Administering SQ, IM, and IV injections as directed
• Placing and maintaining IV catheters
• Assisting doctors with examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Client education regarding medications, preventative care, diagnostics, and treatment plans
• Performing laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures
• Taking and developing radiographs
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Supporting a positive and collaborative team environment

Qualifications:

• Previous veterinary experience required
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred but not required
• Proficient with blood draws and injections
• Strong communication and client service skillsAbility to multitask and work efficiently in a busy practice
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• experience in anesthesia/surgery/dental preferred but not required

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision benefits (if applicable)
• Paid time off
• Continuing education opportunities
• Supportive team culture and opportunities for growth

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.