Licensed Veterinary Technician - CVT or LVT - South Metro Animal Emergency Care

Licensed/Certified Emergency Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT) – Sign-on bonus! South Metro Animal Emergency Care | Apple Valley, MN 💰 COMPETITIVE PAY + BENEFITS - $27–$35/hour, based on experience - +$6/hour overnight differential (8 PM–8 AM) - +$2/hour weekend differential - Sign-on bonus up to $2,500 - PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and AD&D insurance, EAP, supplemental insurance options, and eligibility for performance-based bonuses 🩺 YOUR SKILLS. YOUR VOICE. YOUR IMPACT. South Metro Animal Emergency Care is a growing, 24/7, AAHA-accredited emergency hospital looking for credentialed veterinary technicians who want to practice at the top of their license. Our technicians are valued medical professionals with a real voice in patient care, treatment decisions, and hospital flow. You'll work directly with DVMs in a collaborative, technician-forward environment with strong staffing support—typically 2 CVT/LVTs and 2 veterinary assistants per doctor. WHAT YOU'LL DO DAY TO DAY Our cases include toxins, foreign bodies, urinary obstructions, respiratory emergencies, trauma, surgical emergencies, and hospitalized or critical patients. Your responsibilities may include: - Performing initial triage and collaborating directly with DVMs - Reviewing treatment plans with clients and answering questions with empathy and confidence - Placing IV catheters, NG tubes, central lines, and PICC lines - Applying splints and bandages - Running and monitoring anesthesia for surgical procedures - Performing and overseeing treatments for hospitalized patients - Monitoring and advocating for patients throughout their stay - Mentoring teammates and supporting a collaborative team ❤️ WHY SOUTH METRO? - Technician-forward culture that values your knowledge and experience - Strong technician-to-doctor ratios and meaningful autonomy - Hands-on emergency medicine experience and opportunities to expand your skills - Supportive leadership and teammates who help one another - 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts with day, swing, and overnight options Whether you're an experienced emergency technician or a strong GP technician ready to transition into emergency medicine, we'll support your growth. 🐾 OUR CORE VALUES Respect • Wow Service • Learning • Fun • Communication • Doing the Right Thing READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? For more information about our hospital, visit smaec.com To apply, contact Christine Strassburg at [email protected] or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com #LI-CE1 Compensation Range $27—$35 USD