Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) Full-time or Part-time

Hope Animal Clinic – Bessemer, Alabama—Helena/Birmingham Area

Whether you are a newly licensed LVT beginning your career or an experienced LVT looking for a new opportunity, we want to hear from you. No previous experience in a specific area of veterinary medicine is required. We are willing to train the right person and provide opportunities to develop your skills in our busy, medically-advanced veterinary practice.

About Hope

Hope Animal Clinic is a multi-doctor veterinary practice serving the Birmingham area. Since opening in 2000, our goal has been to provide compassionate, high-quality veterinary care while creating a positive environment for our clients, patients, and team members.

Our diverse caseload provides LVTs with opportunities to develop skills in many areas of veterinary medicine, including wellness and preventive care, surgery and anesthesia, dentistry, emergency cases, internal medicine, orthopedics, reproduction, chemotherapy, and advanced diagnostics.

Our hospital is equipped with CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, digital radiography, fluoroscopy, and in-house laboratory diagnostics, giving our team the opportunity to work with a wide variety of cases and advanced veterinary technology.

Desired Qualities

We are looking for an LVT who is:

• Compassionate and dedicated to quality patient care
• Dependable and responsible
• Positive and willing to learn
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• A strong team player
• Able to communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and clients
• Organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks
• Committed to continuing education and professional growth

Duties/Skills

Depending on experience and training, responsibilities may include:

• Assisting veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Obtaining patient histories and vital signs
• Collecting and processing laboratory samples
• Performing in-house laboratory testing
• Placing IV catheters and administering medications as directed
• Assisting with surgical procedures and anesthesia
• Monitoring anesthetized and recovering patients
• Providing nursing care and treatments to hospitalized patients
• Assisting with dental procedures and dental radiographs
• Assisting with diagnostic imaging, including CT, ultrasound, digital radiography, and fluoroscopy
• Assisting with endoscopic procedures
• Preparing and maintaining treatment and surgical areas
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Educating clients regarding medications, treatments, and home care
• Cleaning, stocking, and maintaining equipment and work areas
• Providing compassionate care and handling of patients

No previous veterinary experience is required beyond maintaining your LVT credential.

Schedule

• Full-time and part-time positions available
• Veterinary hospital hours are generally Monday–Friday and Saturday mornings
• Schedule will be discussed during the interview
• Some weekend availability is required

Pay

Starting pay: $25.00 per hour

Pay may be higher based on qualifications, experience, and additional skills.

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employer-paid health insurance
• Employer-paid dental insurance
• Employer-paid retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Employee pet care benefits
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development

Hope Animal Clinic--where there is always hope!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person