Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Vetcor; Lexington (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Paid time off

Employee pet benefits

Uniform allowance

VTNE reimbursement

Job summary

Kelley Animal Hospital in the northern suburbs of Minneapolis, between Shoreview and Blaine, is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician or technician student to join our multi-doctor practice. We value teamwork, compassion, and dedication to patient care.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development to help you grow and contribute across clinical and client-facing areas while maintaining work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials or enrollment in a veterinary technician program.
• Comprehensive client communication and teamwork skills required.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Responsibilities

• Check in patients and help manage appointments.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Provide compassionate nursing care to patients.
• Assist with surgical procedures and monitor anesthesia.
• Support dental procedures and patient recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain patients.
• Fill prescriptions accurately and maintain medical records.
• Communicate professionally with clients and staff.
• Assist with reception as needed.
• Collaborate with doctors and teammates to ensure quality care.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Compassionate care

Critical thinking

Fast-paced environment

Learning mindset

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials

Enrollment in veterinary technician program

Tools

AVImark

Job description

Who We Are

Kelley Animal Hospital is Hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Status: Full-time

Salary: $20 - $30 / hour

Schedule: 4x10-hour shifts

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses help support your goals today and in the future.

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options, paid parental leave, paid time off, and employee pet benefits help support your well-being both at work and beyond.

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team rewards, professional development opportunities, continuing education support, state license and VTNE fee reimbursement, uniform allowance, and access to the TechLife community help you continue building your veterinary career.

Lifestyle Perks You\'ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, and a hospital that believes we work to live—not live to work.

Licensed Veterinary Technicians are the backbone of a great veterinary healthcare team. Are you an LVT or an aspiring Veterinary Technician currently enrolled in a technician program? If so, Kelley Animal Hospital would love to talk to you!

Kelley Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Technician Student to join our multi-doctor practice in the northern suburbs, located between Shoreview and Blaine. We\'re looking for someone who is compassionate, team-oriented, positively engaged, client-focused, and excited to put their skills to work while continuing to learn and grow.

Our team believes veterinary medicine can be both meaningful and sustainable. We offer a fun, collaborative work environment built around a fundamental belief that we work to live—not live to work. If you\'re looking for a hospital where teamwork matters, learning from mistakes is encouraged, and your contribution to patient care is valued, you may have found your next professional home.

Why You\'ll Love It Here

• A multi-doctor practice with opportunities to build and utilize your veterinary skills
• A fun, collaborative work environment
• A team that understands the importance of life outside the hospital
• A workplace where compassion, teamwork, and positive engagement matter
• Opportunities to learn from experienced veterinary professionals
• Support for aspiring Veterinary Technicians currently enrolled in a technician program
• A culture where learning from mistakes is part of professional growth
• Meaningful opportunities to build relationships with patients, clients, and teammates

What You\'ll Do

• Check in patients and help manage appointments
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Provide compassionate, attentive nursing care to patients
• Assist with surgical procedures and monitor patients under anesthesia
• Support dental procedures and patient recovery
• Safely handle and restrain patients
• Fill prescriptions accurately as directed by the veterinary team
• Maintain accurate patient information and medical documentation
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients
• Assist with reception and front-desk responsibilities as needed
• Prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced veterinary environment
• Collaborate with doctors and teammates to provide exceptional patient and client care

What You\'ll Bring

• Current Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials or enrollment in a veterinary technician program
• A compassionate approach to patients and the people who love them
• A strong understanding of teamwork and your role within a collaborative veterinary team
• A positive, engaged attitude
• The ability to learn from mistakes and continue developing professionally
• Strong listening and critical-thinking skills
• The ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks
• Comfort working with computers, technology, and multiple software programs
• The ability to take direction and work effectively with others
• Comfort working in a fast-paced veterinary environment
• Experience with veterinary practice management software such as AVImark is a plus
• A client-focused mindset and commitment to excellent service

The Extras You\'ll Actually Feel

• A hospital that believes you should work to live—not live to work
• A fun environment where teamwork and positive engagement are valued
• Hands-on opportunities to develop skills in appointments, surgery, dentistry, patient care, and client service
• A role that allows you to contribute across both clinical and client-facing areas of the hospital
• Support for continued learning and professional development
• A team that understands mistakes can be opportunities to learn and improve
• Meaningful work where your skills make a difference for pets and their families every day

Financial Benefits

Benefits You Can\'t Beat

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service. In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• TechLife community

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you\'re a Licensed Veterinary Technician or aspiring Veterinary Technician looking for a collaborative hospital where compassion, teamwork, professional growth, and life outside of work all matter, we\'d love to hear from you. Please submit your cover letter and resume when applying. We look forward to meeting you and discovering what you can bring to the Kelley Animal Hospital team!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Kelley Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That\'s why we\'re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.