Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Hopmeadow Animal Hospital; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Continuing education allowance

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts on services

Job summary

Hopmeadow Animal Hospital in Simsbury, Connecticut is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT). You will utilize your technical skills in exams, procedures, and anesthesia monitoring, providing compassionate care and education for clients.

The role offers benefits including 401(k) matching, competitive pay, and professional growth opportunities. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and join a supportive team, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) credential required.
• Strong experience in anesthesia and patient monitoring.
• Detail-oriented with a compassionate approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Utilize technical skills in exams, procedures, surgery, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Support surgical and dental procedures from start to finish.
• Provide compassionate patient care and client education.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient care

Technical decision-making

Collaboration skills

Education

Current Licensed Veterinary Technician credential

Job description

Position Details

• Role: LVT
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience & licensure
• Schedule: 4 10-hour days

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

What You’ll Do

• Utilize technical skills in exams, procedures, surgery, and anesthesia monitoring
• Support surgical and dental procedures from start to finish
• Provide compassionate patient care and client education
• Partner closely with veterinarians to deliver high-quality medicine
• Perform diagnostic and clinical technical duties with confidence
• Contribute to a positive, efficient, team-based workflow

What Our Licensed Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) credential
• Strong experience in anesthesia and patient monitoring
• Confident technical and clinical decision-making skills
• Compassionate, dependable, and detail-oriented approach to patient care
• Team-focused mindset with strong collaboration skills
• Commitment to continued learning and professional development

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

Financial Benefits

• 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
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

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

Join Our Team!

If you’re a Licensed Veterinary Technician ready to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and join a truly supportive team, we’d love to connect with you—apply today!