Licensed Veterinary Technician - PACU

Job Description

Job Description

World Class Medicine.
Purpose-Driven Partnership.

Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals are staffed by board-certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high-quality setting.

At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients' well-being.

We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships , ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.

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About Us

• The Las Vegas Veterinary Specialty Center is a specialty practice comprised of board-certified and residency-trained doctors, licensed veterinary technicians, and highly skilled support teams. Our services include Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Neurology, Physical Rehabilitation, Anesthesia & Pain Management, and Radiology . We are a dedicated group of professionals committed to providing the highest level of medical care to the patients in our community. We value teamwork and camaraderie, and we believe in collaborating, supporting, and lifting one another up. We are looking to grow our LVVSC family and invite you to consider joining our team!

Job Description

• We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented PACU Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our surgical care team. This role is essential in supporting patients during post-anesthesia recovery by ensuring comfort, safety, and close monitoring. The ideal candidate has strong anesthesia and patient care skills, remains calm under pressure, and is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes. As a PACU LVT, you will work closely with our surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing teams to provide advanced recovery care for patients following surgical and anesthetic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients during post-operative and post-anesthetic recovery
• Assess and document vital parameters, pain scores, and patient status
• Recognize and communicate changes in patient condition to the veterinary team
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by attending veterinarians
• Assist with pain management, warming, positioning, and comfort measures
• Maintain IV catheters, fluid therapy, and post-operative nursing care
• Accurately maintain medical records and treatment sheets
• Assist with patient transfers and support emergency situations as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized PACU and surgical recovery area
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and assistants to ensure exceptional patient care
• Provide compassionate patient care and professional communication with pet families when appropriate

What You Will Bring

• Current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential
• 2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Technician
  • Preference given to candidates with experience in a specialty or emergency hospital setting
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and post-anesthetic patient care
• Strong understanding of patient monitoring equipment, pain management, and nursing care
• Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment and build long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community
• Reliability, organization, and a commitment to delivering high-level patient care
• A passion for lifelong learning and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a strong focus on client service
• Honesty, integrity, and a desire to have fun while doing meaningful work

Schedule

• Friday through Sunday | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Salary

• $25.00 - $30.00 per hour , based on experience
• $4.00 per hour overnight differential for eligible overnight shifts

Benefits

• Discounted veterinary care for your furry family members
• Employee referral bonus program
• Mental health support through Talkspace
• Uniform allowance
• Learning and growth opportunities
• Continuing education support for licensed team members
• 401(k) retirement plan options with company match
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options
  • Some plans may be covered by the employer up to 100%
• Basic life insurance provided at no cost
• Additional voluntary insurance options for full-time team members
• Paid time off and holiday pay for full-time team members

Location

8650 W Tropicana Ave, Suite B107
Las Vegas, NV 89147

Base Pay

$25—$30 USD

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.

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