Surgical Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Carver Lake Veterinary Center is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician LVT to join our team and provide dedicated support for surgery anesthesia and dental procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who wants to fully utilize their skillset with autonomy trust and support in a fast-paced collaborative general practice environment. From induction through recovery you will play a critical role in delivering safe efficient high-quality patient care alongside a veterinary team that values skilled technicians.

In this position you will take an active role in:

• Coordinating surgical and dental procedure schedules
• Calculating and preparing anesthetic medications and drug dosages
• Inducing monitoring and recovering anesthesia patients
• Assisting veterinarians during surgical procedures
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Monitoring patient recovery and ongoing procedural care
• Guiding clients through patient admission and discharge with confidence and compassion

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $27-$30 per hour for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturday .

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Minnesota
• CE allowance: $500-$1000 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
• Uniform allowance
• UNLIMITED DIET COKE

*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 Minnesota **
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
  • Accurate medical record documentation
  • Safe low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong critical thinking and attention to detail
  • 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 Carver Lake Veterinary Center

Carver Lake Veterinary Center has been a local favorite since our founding 1996. Our growing multi-doctor team is supported by long-term LVTs and a cross-trained support staff. Our doctors have a range of experience and hold special interests in advanced diagnostics internal medicine and behavior. At CLVC you can expect state-of-the-art medical care fantastic team collaboration and excellent tools and equipment. We have upheld the high standards of our AAHA-Accreditation since 2002 understand the unique needs of our feline patients and have a great community reputation (we were even voted Neighborhood Favorite multiple times!) We primarily see small animals however were also well-equipped to treat small mammals and exotic pets.

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the roles requirements at the time of posting. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical dental and vision benefits vacation sick leave 401(k) and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave health emergency leave and other legally mandated benefits programs all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$27 - $30 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin ancestry age physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information marital status pregnancy childbirth or related conditions veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please contact Hiring decisions will be based on merit qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

Required Experience:

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