Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Great Lakes Hospital for Animals | Belmont, Michigan Great Lakes Hospital for Animals is growing, and we are excited to expand our footprint in the community. We are looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician who is skilled, compassionate, dependable, and ready to be an active part of a collaborative veterinary team. Our LVTs are trusted members of the medical team and have the opportunity to fully use the skills they worked hard to develop. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys patient care, client education, teamwork, and making a meaningful difference every day. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available. What You’ll Do Provide skilled nursing care for hospitalized and outpatient patients Assist with surgery, anesthesia, monitoring, and recovery Lead technician appointments Perform laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures Support treatment plans and patient care from admission through discharge Educate clients about medications, treatments, preventive care, and at-home nursing Serve as a phone nurse, helping clients navigate questions and determine appropriate next steps for their pets Assist veterinarians with procedures and patient care Maintain accurate medical records and support efficient hospital flow Work closely with veterinarians, assistants, CSRs, and fellow technicians Advocate for patients and help create a safe, compassionate experience for pets and their families What We’re Looking For You may be a great fit if you: Hold a current veterinary technician license Have a genuine desire to help animals and people Are confident in your technical and nursing skills Communicate clearly, kindly, and professionally Enjoy educating and building relationships with clients Stay organized while managing multiple priorities Work well independently while valuing teamwork Take ownership of your work and follow through Anticipate the needs of patients, doctors, clients, and teammates Want to continue learning and growing in veterinary medicine Small-animal practice experience is preferred. Grow Your Career With Us We believe Licensed Veterinary Technicians should have the opportunity to use their license, build their skills, and continue growing professionally . Our LVTs are involved throughout the hospital, including surgery, anesthesia, technician appointments, diagnostics, laboratory work, client education, phone nursing, and patient advocacy. We also support ongoing learning through continuing education opportunities and encourage our technicians to continue developing their clinical and leadership skills. Schedule Great Lakes Hospital for Animals is open Monday through Saturday. Full-time team members typically enjoy a four-day work week . Schedules may include a combination of daytime and evening shifts, with Saturdays typically scheduled only once every 3–4 weeks . Hospital hours: Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM–8:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM Both full-time and part-time schedules will be considered. What We Offer Competitive hourly wage Eligibility for periodic bonuses Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible team members 401(k) Health Savings Account Paid time off Continuing education opportunities Four-day workweek for full-time team members Come Grow With Us Great Lakes Hospital for Animals has been caring for pets and families in our community for decades, and we are excited about what comes next. As we grow and expand our footprint in the area, we are looking for team members who want to grow with us. 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr