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Licensed Veterinary Technician

Petvetkalamazoo

Kalamazoo, Michigan, USonsiteHealthcare

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About this role

🐾 Are you passionate about providing exceptional care for pets and building lasting relationships with their humans?

Conveniently located off I-94 and U.S. 131 in Kalamazoo , Pet Vet Family Pet Care Center is looking for a friendly, energetic, and organized Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our close-knit, community-focused team.

💙 Why Kalamazoo?

Located just 50 miles from Lake Michigan , Kalamazoo blends small-town charm with big-city amenities. The city offers:

• An up-and-coming arts and culture scene

• Year-round festivals and community events

• 33 city parks with scenic hiking and biking trails

• A vibrant nightlife with a lower cost of living than many large cities

Love craft beer? Bell's Brewery — a local favorite with a national reputation — got its start right here.

Kalamazoo is an affordable, energetic, and welcoming place to call home.

🩺 What You’ll Do

As a key member of our team, you’ll play an essential role in supporting our veterinarians and delivering top-tier care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform patient triage and obtain accurate medical histories

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, and surgical procedures

• Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia

• Perform dental cleanings, radiographs, and oral charting

• Collect and process laboratory samples (blood, urine, fecal, cytology)

• Place IV catheters and administer medications, fluids, and treatments as prescribed

• Take and develop diagnostic radiographs

• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide nursing care

• Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, nutrition, and preventative care

• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records

• Ensure proper sterilization of surgical instruments and maintain a clean clinical environment

• Assist with inventory management and stocking of medical supplies

• Follow all state regulations, hospital protocols, and safety standards

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment surrounded by wagging tails, purring patients, and a supportive team, you’ll fit right in

🐶 Who We're Looking For

• Completion of an accredited Veterinary Technician program (Associate Degree)

• Successful completion of the VTNE and current Michigan LVT license

• Genuine passion for patient care and client education

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Professional demeanor with a team-first attitude

• Prior experience in the veterinary field

✨ What We Offer

• A supportive, team-oriented work culture

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package

• Opportunities for continued education and career growth

• A fun, compassionate team deeply rooted in the Kalamazoo community

Ready to Make a Difference in Kalamazoo?

We’d love to meet you! If you’re ready to grow your career with a team that values both your skills and your heart, apply today and become part of the Pet Vet family. 🐕🐈

Have additional questions? Contact our clinical staff recruiter, Ashley, at ashley@obrienvetgroup.com

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