Licensed Veterinary Technician
Core
Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures in a small-town animal hospital.
Role type
Licensed Veterinary Technician (IC)
Builds
Patient care services for pets
Domain
Veterinary medicine / Animal healthcare
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
animal handling and restraint, surgical and anesthesia monitoring, dental procedures, phlebotomy, lab sample collection, client education
Preferred skills
Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT, RVT, or LVT), AVMA-accredited degree
Technologies
laboratory equipment, x-ray positioning
Responsibilities
Assist with dental, surgical and anesthesia monitoring and procedures; Safely handle and restrain animals; Administer medications and vaccines; Collect lab samples and maintain patient records; Educate clients on pet care