Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job Description

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

We're looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team-someone who has a passion for teamwork, enjoys working with people, and takes pride in their technical skills.

Our practice has strong community connections, a supportive atmosphere, and a strong sense of purpose. We work hard to provide excellent care for our patients while creating a positive experience for their people and minimizing stress for everyone. If you're the kind of LVT who can soothe a fearful cat one minute and reassure a concerned client the next, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide skilled patient care including IV catheter placement, venipuncture, fluid therapy, and medication administration
• Perform dental prophylaxis, dental and digital radiographs, laboratory procedures, and diagnostic testing
• Assist in surgical procedures, including anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure patient safety at all times while minimizing distress
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients and coworkers, offering education and guidance on treatment plans and preventive care
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented hospital culture focused on high-quality medicine and compassionate service

What We're Looking For:

• Current LVT license (or eligibility to obtain)
• Strong technical and nursing skills-you love putting your knowledge to work
• Excellent communication skills with both teammates and clients
• A positive, team-oriented and fun-loving attitude
• A teammate who values honesty, mutual respect, and compassion
• Fear-Free certification is preferred

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• A supportive team where your skills and input are valued, and compromise is the end-goal
• A hospital culture that mixes professionalism with finding joy in the moment
• The chance to build strong relationships with coworkers, clients, and their pets

What We Offer:

• Base hourly rate of $27.00-$30.00 DOE
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing education allowance and license renewals covered
• Uniform allowance
• Employee pet care discounts
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for inclusion, growth, and advancement

If you're ready to bring your expertise, compassion, and people skills to a practice that appreciates both high-quality medicine and a positive team culture, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and help us continue building a low-stress, compassionate environment for our patients, clients, and team.

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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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.