Lead Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician
About The Position
Animal Care Center of Carters Creek is seeking an experienced Lead Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) 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.
Requirements
- 5+ years of veterinary technician experience
- Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) license in the state of Tennessee
- Proficiency in patient nursing, anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, and dental prophylaxis with dental radiography
- Skilled in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, laboratory diagnostics, and radiology
- Ability to maintain accurate medical records while providing compassionate, low-stress patient handling and client education
- Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Professional communication skills, collaborative team mindset, and commitment to exceptional patient care and continuous learning
Nice To Haves
- Ultrasound-guided cystocentesis
- Experience with EzyVet practice management software is a plus
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Tennessee
- CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
