Licensed Veterinary Technician - Lovet Breton
About The Position
The Licensed Veterinary Technician assists with veterinary medicine and surgery procedures under the direct supervision of Doctors or the Hospital Manager, and provides care for pets in the hospital. The role supports high-quality patient care, excellent client service, and improved hospital efficiency and productivity. It includes communicating with clients, documenting and discussing treatment plans, maintaining medical records, assisting with surgical and anesthesia care, and performing a range of veterinary technical and nursing duties. The position also includes maintaining medical equipment, cleaning hospital areas, and assisting with CRS and kennel functions when needed. Flexibility to work at all Lovet Grand Rapids locations is preferred.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassion and empathy for pets, clients, and staff.
- Proficiency in veterinary technician skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
- Ability to stand for long periods and to walk, sit, squat, push, pull, and use hands and fingers for technical and administrative work.
- Ability to spend extended periods viewing computer screens and reading.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credential; credentialed technicians have completed an associate degree in veterinary technology and passed the national exam (also referred to as LVT or RVT).
- Flexibility to work at all Lovet Grand Rapids locations.
Responsibilities
- Communicate verbally and in writing with clients about all aspects of their pets’ care.
- Assist in discussing treatment plans and enter plans into the system for documentation.
- Manage medical records using practice management software.
- Educate clients and support compliance with treatment plans.
- Assist with pre-anesthetic protocols, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care.
- Dispense medications; perform x-rays and blood draws; place catheters; obtain samples; provide treatments; operate diagnostic equipment; provide nursing care; administer vaccines; and restrain animals.
- Set up, break down, clean, and maintain medical equipment.
- Engage with clients and deliver excellent customer service.
- Clean all areas of the hospital.
- Assist with CRS and kennel functions when called upon.
- Provide care for pets in the hospital.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
