Licensed Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Elko Veterinary Clinic is looking for Licensed Veterinary Technicians to join their team. It is a busy, full-service mixed animal practice seeking dedicated team members who are looking to utilize their skills and knowledge. Elko Veterinary Clinic has served Elko, Nevada and the surrounding communities since 1953, growing from a single veterinarian mobile practice to a bustling mixed animal practice with six veterinarians today. In 2010, it expanded to a new state-of-the-art facility. The clinic strives to be their patient’s advocate and enhance the quality of life for pets and owners by maintaining the gold standard of care and continuing to educate themselves to provide personalized, high-quality services and products. AmeriVet is committed to the growth, development, well-being, and success of its team members, empowering them with resources, support, and opportunities to thrive and make a lasting impact in communities. Their people-focused approach helps employees grow in their careers while making a meaningful impact.
Requirements
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Nevada, or eligible to transfer/acquire state license within 3 months of hire
- Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
- Passion for working with large and small animals, birds, exotics, and their owners
- Experience with proper animal handling and restraint for a variety of species
- Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
- Understand the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years of veterinary clinical experience, as a veterinary technician or assistant preferred
- Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Perform nursing care in a hospital or ranch setting
- Perform dental procedures, including scaling, polishing, extractions, suturing
- Perform IV Catheter placement
- Perform urinary catheter placement
- Apply casts, bandages and splints
- Perform anesthesia monitoring and surgical procedures including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care
- Perform laboratory skills including cytology set-up and interpretation
- Perform diagnostic experience including digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis
- Perform all other duties of a Licensed Veterinary Technician as allowable by law
Benefits
- Continuing education allowance (Up to $1000 annually)
- License reimbursement
- Scrub allowance
- Relocation assistance for qualified applicants
- Referral program
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!
- Tailored development programs
- Mentorship
- Career pathing
- Competitive pay
- Performance bonuses
- 401(k) matching
- Student loan assistance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Mental health resources
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
