Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Chelsea Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $18 - $24 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with availability needed Monday-Friday, and one Saturday per month. We are also open to part-time scheduling.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2,000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Michigan
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of Michigan **
• Proficiency in the following skills:
• Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
• Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
• Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
• Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
• Client education and communication
• Effective teamwork and professional communication skills

**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply!

Why choose Chelsea Animal Hospital?

Our practice offers comprehensive veterinary care, including preventive exams, vaccinations, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and laser therapy. We are also proud to offer acupuncture and rehabilitation services. Our 5-doctor practice, led by Dr. Rode, is known for its personalized, compassionate care and long-standing relationships with clients—often treating pets across multiple generations. Our team's commitment to high-quality medicine and strong community ties has made us a trusted resource for pet owners in Chelsea, Dexter, Manchester, and beyond.