Veterinary Technician (LVT)
About The Position
Companion Animal Hospital is seeking a Lead Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join their team. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $25.00–$28.00 per hour, negotiable based on experience. The schedule typically involves 3 full days and 1 half day per week, with flexibility, and every third Saturday morning. The role focuses on supporting clinical excellence and team leadership, working closely with management and veterinarians to oversee daily operations, mentor technical staff, maintain efficient workflows, and ensure exceptional patient care. The practice has been serving the Eagan area for over 30 years and emphasizes teamwork, individual strengths, and continued learning.
Requirements
- Active LVT license in Minnesota
- Minimum 3–5 years of clinical veterinary experience
- Strong anesthesia, dentistry, laboratory, and technical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organization and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment
- Desire to seek constructive feedback and grow professionally
- Comfort learning new IT software and social media platforms
- Team-first mindset with a positive, professional outlook
Nice To Haves
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and support LVTs and veterinary assistants
- Assist with onboarding, training, and ongoing skill development
- Support staff development by identifying strengths and growth opportunities
- Promote a positive, respectful, accountable, and inclusive team culture
- Act as a clinical resource and role model in the medical treatment area
- Assist with technical staff scheduling and hiring support
- Perform advanced LVT skills including anesthesia monitoring, catheter placement, radiology, laboratory procedures, and dental cleanings
- Oversee patient care from intake through discharge
- Ensure accurate medical records and client communication
- Uphold high standards for patient safety and comfort
- Use low-stress handling techniques to keep patients safe and comfortable
- Support hospital protocols, safety standards, and regulatory compliance
- Assist with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and controlled drug logs
- Collaborate with leadership on workflow improvements and quality control
- Support reception staff and welcome clients as needed
- Assist with performance reviews and quarterly technical staff check-ins
- Help train staff on computer systems, troubleshooting, and inventory processes
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition support
- Referral bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Supplemental insurance options
- Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
- Generous PTO
- Employee discounts
- Quarterly team bonuses
- Continuing education allowance
- State license & VTNE fee reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible scheduling
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
- Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
