Roadside Veterinary Clinic

Licensed Veterinary Technician


Pay$20.00 - $25.00 / hour
LocationIndian River/Michigan
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 19108
      Overview

      Indian River Veterinary Clinic is searching for a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our TEAM!
      Location: 5668 S. Straits Hwy. Indian River, Michigan 49749
      Clinic Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, no weekends!
      Compensation: $20-25/hr-commensurate with experience
      Tentative Schedule: 4 day work week Monday - Thursday

      Join Our Team at Indian River Veterinary Clinic!

      Indian River Veterinary Clinic is a thriving 2-doctor practice that primarily cares for dogs and cats, with the occasional exotic patient. We’re proud to offer a wide array of services, including:

      • Ultrasound

      • Select orthopedic surgeries

      • Some oncology services

      • Utilizes some Fear Free techniques

      • Behavioral consultations (with a doctor who has a special interest in this area)

      We foster a collaborative environment where every team member is empowered to grow, learn, and thrive. Our leadership team is supportive yet hands-off, always putting the needs of the employees first and helping each person develop to their highest potential.

      Communication is key to our hospital’s success. To keep everyone aligned and working toward common goals, we hold daily huddles and monthly staff meetings.

      We're currently working toward earning our AAHA accreditation, a distinction held by only 15% of veterinary hospitals nationwide. This commitment reflects our dedication to evolving with both the community’s needs and advancements in veterinary medicine.

      Our clinic is equipped with advanced in-house lab technology, including the new Imagyst—an AI-powered cytology reader that analyzes ear cytologies, fecals, urines, and fine needle aspirates quickly and accurately.

      We're looking for team members with:

      • Strong LVT skills

      • Experience with surgery monitoring, anesthesia

      • Proficiency in dental and dental X-rays

      • Confidence in lab work

      • A willingness to jump in wherever needed

      Would you like to learn more about this exciting opportunity? We’d love to hear from you!

      Benefits:

      PTO - 80

      Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service.

      Holiday Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day)

      * The holiday PTO hours can be used at the team member’s discretion to cover the actual holiday as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager.

      Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises

      Dream Fund - Potential annual bonus awarded.

      Medical, Vision and Dental plans available

      FSA and HSA options available

      Maternity Leave

      401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match

      Access to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress

      Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program

      • Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
      • 24 hour access
      • Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
      • Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
      • Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
      • Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
      • Build coping skills to manage life’s challenges and gain control of your life
      • Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
      • Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
      • ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!

      Optional Insurances Available

      • Life Insurance AD&D
      • Short Term Disability Insurance
      • Long Term Disability Insurance
      • Critical Illness Insurance
      • Accidental Insurance

      Pet Benefits

      Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75

      CE Benefits - Credentialed Veterinary Technician $500 plus 24 paid CE hours per year, Access to our online learning platform with RACE approved CE at your fingertips.

      Scholarship Program for Veterinary Technicians that want to become credentialed

      Internal Employee Rewards Program

      • Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards.

      We do offer externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students.


      Responsibilities

      Major Duties:

      • Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for in-patient medical care- administer medications, assist or perform treatments, diagnostics & monitoring, place IV catheters, draw blood, run lab tests, administer IV fluids, cleaning, feeding, and walking patients as needed.
      • Anesthesia/Surgery – Our Veterinary Technician's prep, induction, maintenance, monitoring, recovery of patients, cleans/maintains/sterilize anesthesia equipment and surgical instruments.
      • Dentistry- Our Veterinary Technician's provide patient dental care, ultrasonic cleaning and polishing, assist doctor with dental surgery.
      • Radiology - Our Veterinary Technician's position patients and assist with radiographs, sending radiographs via email.
      • Laboratory duties- Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for collecting, preparing, & running or submitting samples for requested tests; reading and recording results when indicated (fecals, Urines, Ear cytology etc) when requested by doctor.
      • Preparing invoices, discharge instructions, and client informational tools
      • Client communication for hospitalized patients - give patient updates, discharge instructions, and provide follow up for certain hospital patients.
      • Client medical demonstrations / education - teach/educate clients on at home care procedures.
      • Veterinary Technician appointments- blood draws for therapeutic monitoring / screening tests, bandage changes, post-op checks, suture removals, AG, TNT.
      • Clinic technician- assisting doctor with outpatient appointments, preparing, restocking, cleaning exam room, check patients in and out, take history and vitals, input data into patient medical record, ensure a smooth and timely flow of outpatient appointments from check-in to discharge.
      • Assist with reception/front desk duties as needed- answering phones, booking appointments, admit/discharge patients.
      • Assist in training and mentoring new team members.
      • Assist with inventory control – informing inventory manager when products are getting low/out, unpacking, restocking drug & medical supplies.
      • Preparing prescriptions - dispensed medications & medication refills.


      Qualifications

      Physical Requirements:

      • The veterinary technician must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and over 50 pounds with a coworker.
      • The veterinary technician must be able to endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
      • The veterinary technician must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
      • The veterinary technician must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
      • The veterinary technician will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
      • The veterinary technician must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

      Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.


      Physical Requirements:

      • The veterinary technician must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and over 50 pounds with a coworker.
      • The veterinary technician must be able to endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
      • The veterinary technician must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
      • The veterinary technician must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
      • The veterinary technician will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
      • The veterinary technician must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

      Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.


      Major Duties:

      • Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for in-patient medical care- administer medications, assist or perform treatments, diagnostics & monitoring, place IV catheters, draw blood, run lab tests, administer IV fluids, cleaning, feeding, and walking patients as needed.
      • Anesthesia/Surgery – Our Veterinary Technician's prep, induction, maintenance, monitoring, recovery of patients, cleans/maintains/sterilize anesthesia equipment and surgical instruments.
      • Dentistry- Our Veterinary Technician's provide patient dental care, ultrasonic cleaning and polishing, assist doctor with dental surgery.
      • Radiology - Our Veterinary Technician's position patients and assist with radiographs, sending radiographs via email.
      • Laboratory duties- Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for collecting, preparing, & running or submitting samples for requested tests; reading and recording results when indicated (fecals, Urines, Ear cytology etc) when requested by doctor.
      • Preparing invoices, discharge instructions, and client informational tools
      • Client communication for hospitalized patients - give patient updates, discharge instructions, and provide follow up for certain hospital patients.
      • Client medical demonstrations / education - teach/educate clients on at home care procedures.
      • Veterinary Technician appointments- blood draws for therapeutic monitoring / screening tests, bandage changes, post-op checks, suture removals, AG, TNT.
      • Clinic technician- assisting doctor with outpatient appointments, preparing, restocking, cleaning exam room, check patients in and out, take history and vitals, input data into patient medical record, ensure a smooth and timely flow of outpatient appointments from check-in to discharge.
      • Assist with reception/front desk duties as needed- answering phones, booking appointments, admit/discharge patients.
      • Assist in training and mentoring new team members.
      • Assist with inventory control – informing inventory manager when products are getting low/out, unpacking, restocking drug & medical supplies.
      • Preparing prescriptions - dispensed medications & medication refills.

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