Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

**Licensed Veterinary Technician** **Salary:** $22.00-$30.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience. **$1,000 Sign On Bonus!** **Schedule:** This is a full-time position consisting of four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, from 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM. The schedule includes a 1-hour lunch break and one set weekday off. No weekend hours required! **Rice Creek Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Licensed** **Veterinary Technician** to 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** - A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance - Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees - Professional development opportunities **Key Responsibilities:** - 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 is required. - 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 Rice Creek Animal Hospital** At Rice Creek Animal Hospital, our mission is to provide "pawsitively" exceptional care with a dose of humor and heart. We are dedicated to creating an awesome community full of trust, empowerment, and joyful service. *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.* #LVTECH