Veterinary Assistant and Technician

Veterinary Technician (LVT) or (CVT

What You Bring

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience preferred
• A team-oriented mindset that supports and uplifts others
• Ability to stay calm, adaptable, and focused in a fast-paced setting
• Strong communication skills with clients and team members
• A genuine commitment to compassionate patient care

Key Responsibilities

As an LVT, you will play a critical role in patient care, supporting both veterinarians and pet owners through a wide range of clinical and client-focused responsibilities:

Clinical & Technical Duties

• Assist veterinarians with examinations and procedures, including:
• • Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
  • Administering vaccines, medications, and treatments
  • Digital radiography (X-ray) and imaging preparation
  • Filling prescriptions and maintaining pharmacy inventory
• Perform laboratory diagnostic testing, including:
• • Blood draws and analysis
  • Urinalysis, fecal exams, and cytology
• Provide nursing care and patient monitoring:
• • Monitor vital signs and patient recovery
  • Observe behavior and report changes
  • Clean and dress wounds

Anesthesia & Surgical Support

• Prepare patients for surgery
• Induce, monitor, and maintain anesthesia
• Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments

Dental & Imaging

• Perform dental cleanings (prophylaxis)
• Take diagnostic X-rays
• Assist with dental procedures 

Patient Care & Handling

• Safely handle and restrain patients during exams and treatments
• Intake patients, obtain accurate medical histories, and carry out treatment plans

Client Communication

• Educate pet owners on:
• • Nutrition and wellness care
  • Parasite prevention
  • Behavioral guidance
  • Post-operative care instructions
• Maintain clear, accurate medical records and ensure effective communication

Emergency & General Support

• Perform triage on emergency patients and provide immediate first aid
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment

Required Qualifications

• Education: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology (AVMA-accredited program preferred)
• Licensure: VTNE passed and current state licensure/registration
• Skills:
• • Strong technical abilities (venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring)
  • Proficiency in medical terminology
  • Compassion, attention to detail, and strong work ethic

Veterinary Assistant

Position Skills:
• Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery
and minor procedures, surgical assisting, hospital disinfecting, and pro-actively set up for any
procedures or diagnostic tests
• Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner
• Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and/or note any changes of patient’s condition to DVM
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies
• Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, 
anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations
• High quality client communication including patient updates, assist with scheduling, andquestions

Position Requirements:
• High School diploma or GED certificate
• Professionally and respectfully work with others as a team
• Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
• Must possess strong communication skills, have good judgment, and be able to manage stressful situations
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Pay commensurate with experience.