What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) position at Western Veterinary Partners?
Animal Medical Center of Troy is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.
We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.
In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
- Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Assisting in surgery
- Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
- Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
- Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
Schedule and compensation:
Compensation: $23-26 per hour, for each hour worked
This is a full-time position, with a 5-8s schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday, with one Saturday per month.
Full-time Benefits Package*:
- Bonus package: $2,000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Michigan
- CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Uniform allowance
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
- 5 years of veterinary technician experience
- Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in the state of Michigan
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
- Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
- Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
- Client education and communication
- Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning
**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply
Get to know our AAHA-accredited hospital:
The Animal Medical Center of Troy is a two-doctor small animal clinic that provides a range of services, including general wellness, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, behavioral consultations, and more! Our clients are dedicated to their pets, providing a diverse and varied case load, and our support staff is skilled, friendly, and includes multiple LVTs. The AMCTroy team is committed to client education and ensuring our clients understand the "why" behind procedures. Our doctors are flexible with their scheduling needs and are well-equipped with digital radiology, CO2 laser, ultrasound, and more. Take the first step by applying today!
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Salary : $23 - $26