Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners; Weaverville (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Broad River Animal Hospital in Weaverville, NC is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and exceptional client service. The role requires safe animal handling, lab work, radiographs, injections, and accurate medical records.

The team emphasizes compassion, adherence to safety guidelines, and clear client communication, with a benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance plus PTO and a 401(k) for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician certification.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledge of common disease states and alert veterinarians to changes.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate care instructions and updates to clients.
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.

Skills

Animal handling

Client communication

Laboratory work

Radiography or imaging

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification

Tools

DEA/OSHA safety guidelines

Job description

Salary: $24.00-$26.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience

Schedule: Monday- Friday 7:45AM-5:15PM, one day off during the week

Broad River is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technicianto provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect as a Licensed Vet Tech with Broad River Animal Hospital

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees

KeyResponsibilities:

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About Broad River Animal Hospital

Broad River Animal Hospital is locally owned and operated by Dr. Kathleen Allison & Dr. Sue Reinecke. They have practiced veterinary medicine and surgery for a combined 45+ years in Weaverville and Asheville and are ready to help you and your pets stay healthy!

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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