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Veterinary Technician

Weaverville, NCOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Licensed Veterinary Technician
  • LVT
  • animal care
  • client communication
  • veterinary procedures
  • patient care
  • exams
  • surgery
  • anesthesia
  • recovery

Nice to have

  • common disease states

Role summary

Broad River Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to provide skilled patient care and exceptional client service. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery; safely handling animals; performing technical duties like lab work and radiographs; maintaining medical records; and ensuring compliance with hospital and regulatory guidelines. The ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a compassionate approach. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k).

Veterinary Technician

Salary: $24.00-$26.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience

Schedule: Monday- Friday 7:45AM-5:15PM, one day off during the week

Broad River is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect as a Licensed Vet Tech with Broad River Animal Hospital

  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Key Responsibilities: 

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • About Broad River Animal Hospital

    Broad River Animal Hospital is locally owned and operated by Dr. Kathleen Allison & Dr. Sue Reinecke. They have practiced veterinary medicine and surgery for a combined 45+ years in Weaverville and Asheville and are ready to help you and your pets stay healthy!

    We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

    #LVTECH

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