Leonard Animal Clinic is a full-service animal hospital providing comprehensive pet healthcare services in Leonard, TX. Our veterinarians offer a wide variety of medical, surgical, and dental services. Patients include companion pets, exotics, and production animals.
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our compassionate team. As an LVT, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care for our patients and supporting our veterinarians. You will perform a variety of clinical tasks, assist with diagnostic procedures, and ensure our patients’ well-being in a fast-paced, caring environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Care: Provide excellent care for animals, including administering treatments, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with surgeries.
- Clinical Procedures: Perform diagnostic tests (e.g., blood draws, urinalysis, radiographs, and ECGs), prepare samples for lab analysis, and monitor anesthesia during procedures.
- Client Communication: Educate pet owners on procedures, medications, diet, and post-operative care. Address client concerns and maintain strong relationships.
- Administrative Duties: Maintain accurate patient records, ensuring all medical data is entered promptly and accurately.
- Support Veterinarians: Assist veterinarians during exams, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures. Prepare and maintain examination rooms and equipment.
- Medical Supplies: Manage inventory of medical supplies and controlled substances
- Emergency Care: Provide urgent care when necessary and support the clinic's emergency protocols.
Qualifications:
- Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology from an accredited institution.
- Licensing: Valid veterinary technician license (LVT, RVT, or CVT) in Texas.
- Experience: 3 years of experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred. 5 years plus, if not licensed.
- Skills: Proficient in veterinary medical terminology, animal care, laboratory procedures, and anesthesia monitoring. Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, lift animals and equipment up to 50 pounds, and perform physically demanding tasks.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in specialty areas (e.g., surgery, dentistry, emergency care) is a plus.
- Familiarity with Avimark
Work Schedule:
- 4 days per week (32 hours) with 1-2 half days, Saturdays (seasonal dependent) per month
- Paid “on call” may occasionally be required in the case of rare overnight hospitalizations.
Financial Benefits:
- A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits:
- Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and longterm disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
- All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
Workplace Benefits:
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Professional development opportunities
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide
Lifestyle Benefits:
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Our assistants should be ready to:
- Mentorship and support to grow as a professional
- Co-workers committed to your success
- A team-oriented culture that values collaboration and open communication
- Occasional lunches and coffee runs on us
We look forward to hearing from passionate and dedicated veterinary professionals!
*PLEASE NOTE, CANDIDATES WITH NO EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED*
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Leonard Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
