Licensed Veterinary Technician

AmeriVet•Pahrump, NV

28d•$28 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Animal Care Center of Pahrump is hiring experienced Licensed Veterinary Technicians to support additional doctor days at its general practice hospital in Pahrump, Nevada. The role involves working at the highest level permitted by the technician’s training and license and providing preventative and urgent veterinary care. Full-time and part-time schedules are available. Full-time schedules consist of four to five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts per week, primarily on weekdays, with rotating weekend support. Part-time scheduling is flexible and may include weekend coverage. The hourly salary is $28.00–$33.00, depending on experience, education, certifications, licensure, and location. The practice describes itself as a long-standing, community-focused hospital and the only local veterinary practice open seven days a week. Its stated priorities include compassionate, high-quality medical care, honest choices for pet owners, personalized customer service, and a friendly, professional work environment. The position includes licensed veterinary technician duties allowable by law. Benefits and programs described include continuing education support, license reimbursement, flexible scheduling, referral rewards, career development, and AmeriVet employee benefits; the listed AmeriVet benefits apply to full-time employees.

Requirements

Hold a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license in Nevada, or be eligible to transfer or acquire a state license within three months of hire.
Have at least 2 years of veterinary clinical experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
Have knowledge of industry tools and equipment.
Demonstrate a passion for working with animals and their owners.
Have experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
Have a solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare.
Have strong communication and organizational skills.
Have the clinical, dental, anesthesia, surgical, laboratory, and diagnostic skills described for the role.

Nice To Haves

A degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide veterinary technician services at the highest level allowed by training and licensure.
Obtain patient histories and vital signs, perform brief examinations, educate clients, and discuss finances.
Handle and restrain animals appropriately.
Perform dental procedures and documentation, including charting, scaling, polishing, and dental radiology.
Place IV catheters, perform venipuncture and urinary catheter placement, and apply casts, bandages, and splints.
Support anesthesia and surgery, including intubation, anesthesia monitoring, aseptic technique, and pre- and post-operative care.
Use in-house laboratory equipment and set up and interpret ear and skin cytology.
Perform diagnostic procedures including digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis.
Perform other Licensed Veterinary Technician duties as allowable by law.