Licensed Veterinary Technician

Have you ever thought about living where other people vacation? Is the outdoor, rural lifestyle calling you? We are currently looking to hire a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team at Kenai Veterinary Hospital in Kenai, Alaska. Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

Pay

$23.00 – 25.00 per hour, depending on experience, education, certifications, licensure, and location.

Schedule

Full-time, five 8-hour shifts, Monday-Friday. Closed on weekends and major holidays.

On-Call Services

Participation in on-call service for the region. Pay of $25 per day on average 3 days per month. Additional compensation for being called in and number of cases seen.

About Us

Kenai Veterinary Hospital is the oldest veterinary practice on the Kenai Peninsula with deep ties to the community, located in beautiful Kenai, AK. Our busy 3-doctor hospital offers a wide range of veterinary services including wellness, diagnostic, surgical, and dental treatments. With a deeply loyal clientele, this hospital is always busy and utilizes all associates to the highest level of their skills. In partnership with surrounding practices, we offer after-hour emergency services to the community.

What the clients say:

• “I feel very comfortable taking my dogs to Kenai Veterinary Hospital. KVH has been my go-to veterinary service for almost two decades. They are very accommodating, capable, professional, and friendly.” – Mike C.
• “I love this place! I’ve been living in Homer, AK for over 5 years and travel to this vet for all my pups. The staff is so helpful and polite, and the veterinarians are kind and very knowledgeable. I feel like they pay great attention to the needs of my pets.” – Kimberly M.

Requirements

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Alaska, or eligible to transfer/acquire state license within 3 months of hire
• 3+ years of veterinary clinical experience as a veterinary technician or assistant
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
• Experience with Avimark veterinary software preferred
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
• Ability to be adaptable and work well with existing doctors and team members
• Desire to mentor and train other associates in high-quality medicine standards
• Ability to perform nursing care in a hospital setting
• Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
• Understands the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills

Skills

• Dental procedure experience: scaling, polishing, digital radiology
• Skilled in IV catheter placement, urinary catheter placement, applying casts, bandages, and splints
• Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care
• Laboratory skills including cytology set-up and interpretation
• Diagnostic experience including digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis

Benefits

• Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• CE programs provided by AmeriVet at no cost to you
• Continuing education allowance and license reimbursement up to $1000 per year
• Competitive pay and performance bonuses
• 401(k) matching and student loan assistance
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources
• Generous paid time off and holidays

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.