Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Job description - LVT

Are you a dedicated, experienced veterinary technician with a commitment to providing high quality patient care? Are you looking for a team that values you and your unique skill set? If so, the growing team at Rochester Veterinary Hospital in Rochester Hills, MI has a position available for a Veterinary Technician!

About Us:

We are an AAHA accredited, 2 doctor practice located in the heart of Rochester Hills. Our goal is to strengthen the human-animal bond through progressive diagnostics, client education, preventive veterinary medicine, and compassionate animal care. Our staff is committed to providing the best care to our patients and maintaining a positive, fun environment to work in.

What to Expect:

• Working in a place that operates like a team:We pride ourselves on a welcoming environment where team members feel safe to learn and seek guidance from each other.
• Appreciation: Our Doctors and Technicians like to recognize hard work & accomplishments – big or small. You are valued for who you are and each unique experience you bring to the team.
• We provide opportunities to utilize your skill set and perform a wide range of procedures
• A supportive team, we value open communication, cross-train in departments and will always lend a helping hand.

About You:

· You are a Licensed Veterinary Technician with outstanding client service skills and excellent patient care.

• Quick on your feet, you are a dynamic and efficient worker who contributes to the operation of the entire hospital, helping to get all the day’s duties done!

· You love to have fun but also know when it’s time to get down to business. You are energized by the satisfaction of a job well done.

· You have a strong foundational understanding and can perform the basic responsibilities of a veterinary technician including (but not limited to):

o Patient assessment and physical examinations

o Phlebotomy and catheter placement

o Knowledge of radiology safety and proper technique

o Anesthesia monitoring proficiency

o Perioperative surgical nursing skills

o Routine dental prophylaxis experience

o Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures

Anticipated Schedule (TBD):

· Schedules may vary, however a typical schedule may include 1-2 Saturday shifts per month.

• Our Hospital is open:

o Mon & Weds: 8am – 7pm

o Tues, Thurs, Fri: 8am – 5:30pm

o First 2 Saturdays of the month: 8am – 12pm

Benefits:

• Medical, vision, and dental options for full-time team members (30+ hours)
• CE Allowance, including license renewal fees
• Uniform Allowance
• PTO
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Employee Pet Discount
• 401k with matching

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada.  Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. 

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next 

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life. 

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.