Licensed Veterinary Technician

South Shores Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited, 7-doctor, full-service small animal hospital in the Summerlin area of Las Vegas, Nevada. We provide warm, compassionate, high-quality care and excellent client service for small animals, exotics, and offer boarding, grooming, rehabilitation, and reproduction services. Our hospital is well-equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound, surgical laser, cold laser, and a recently expanded treatment area. Our dedicated team is supportive, easy-going, and fun to work with.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team and provide dedicated support for surgery, anesthesia, and dental procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who wants to fully utilize their skillset with autonomy, trust, and support in a fast-paced, collaborative general practice environment. From induction through recovery, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, high-quality patient care alongside a veterinary team that values skilled technicians.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating surgical and dental procedure schedules
• Calculating and preparing anesthetic medications and drug dosages
• Inducing, monitoring, and recovering anesthesia patients
• Assisting veterinarians during surgical procedures
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Monitoring patient recovery and ongoing procedural care
• Guiding clients through patient admission and discharge with confidence and compassion

Requirements

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in the state of Nevada
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing

Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply.

Pay

$25 - $29 per hour

Schedule

This is a flexible full-time position with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed for rotating Saturdays.

Benefits

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Nevada
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match starting in 2027
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount

Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law.