Licensed Veterinary Technician

AHP - NEVADA LLC•Carson City, NV

16d•$25 - $30

About The Position

The Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) plays a vital clinical role, supporting veterinarians in delivering excellent patient care. The position is part of a dedicated, compassionate practice focused on high-quality medicine, exceptional client service, and a supportive, collaborative team culture. A sign-on bonus may be available for the right candidate. The LVT performs technician-level clinical tasks, assists with surgery and patient recovery, administers medications and treatments, assesses patients, and communicates findings to the veterinary team. The role also includes client education, accurate medical recordkeeping, maintaining patient safety, supporting inventory and equipment upkeep, mentoring assistants and newer team members, and keeping the clinical environment clean and organized. The position requires an active Nevada veterinary technician license and the ability to work Saturdays. The employee may encounter aggressive or infected animals, controlled substances, unpleasant odors and noise, animal bites and scratches, animal waste, and potential exposure to contagious diseases. Duties involve exposure to blood, urine, feces, vomit, anesthetic gases, cleaning materials, medical sharps, radiographic exposure, therapy lasers, and zoonotic diseases. The employee must follow applicable federal and state animal health laws and regulations, including OSHA and DEA requirements. Physical duties include frequent standing, bending, walking, kneeling, reaching, and handling animals; frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds; and occasionally handling dogs weighing up to and over 150 pounds.

Requirements

Hold an active veterinary technician license in Nevada (LVT).
Be able to work Saturdays.
Have strong technical and clinical skills.
Be confident in anesthesia monitoring and dental procedures.
Have excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Have a compassionate, patient-focused mindset.
Be able to multitask and stay efficient in a fast-paced environment.
Have a positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally handle dogs weighing up to and over 150 pounds.
Meet the physical demands of frequent bending, standing, stooping, squatting, kneeling, walking, sitting, talking, listening, reaching, and using hands to manipulate, handle, or feel.
Use strength or agility to capture and restrain stronger, more active animals.

Responsibilities

Perform technician-level tasks, including catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, dentals, and laboratory work.
Assist with surgical procedures and ensure proper patient preparation and recovery.
Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments.
Conduct patient assessments and communicate findings to the veterinary team.
Educate clients about preventive care, post-operative instructions, and treatment plans.
Maintain accurate medical records and high standards of patient safety.
Support inventory management and equipment maintenance.
Help mentor assistants and newer team members.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment.
Follow federal and state animal health laws and regulations, including OSHA and DEA requirements.