Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

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
• Employee discounts
• Uniform allowance
• 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.

If you are an LVT who wants to fully use your skills, provide excellent patient care, educate clients, and be part of a team that values your contribution, we would love to meet you.