Veterinary Technician

The role

The Licensed Veterinary Technician provides skilled care to patients and service to clients. Duties include supporting veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.

What you will do

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times

Required qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off for full-time employees
• 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities

About the company

Best Care Pet Hospital is an AAHA-Accredited hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. They provide wellness medicine, advanced care, and general surgery using state-of-the-art technology.