Licensed Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary assistant
Pay: $48,880/yr
Posted: 4 weeks ago
Location: Pinckney, MI (Onsite)
Last Updated: 3 weeks ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 11/21/2026
Job Description
Job Summary Do you light up when a nervous Labrador finally relaxes on your watch? Can you place a catheter on a squirmy kitten and still keep your sense of humor? Come join us. Lakeland Veterinary is a small animal, privately-owned hospital in Pinckney, MI where patients get real attention and the team actually likes working together. We're growing, and we need a skilled, kind technician who wants a say in how a new practice does things. The right candidate will fit into our fun and dynamic team culture, providing vital care for our patients and their humans. What you'll do Be the calm, confident hands in the exam room: restraint, vitals, and helping patients (and their people) feel at ease Place IV catheters, draw blood, and collect samples Assist with anesthesia, monitor patients through surgery and dental procedures, and handle recovery Run in-house lab work and take radiographs Administer treatments and medications, and keep careful records Educate clients on home care, medications, and post-op instructions, with plain language and no jargon Keep treatment areas, surgery, and equipment clean and ready Help us build better systems as we grow What you bring A veterinary technology degree (or equivalent) and the credential required for technicians in Michigan Solid clinical skills, with experience in a small animal practice preferred, and new grads who are eager to learn welcome Calm hands and clear communication, especially when things get hectic A teammate's attitude: you pitch in, ask questions, and share what you know A good sense of humor (we have a lot of dog hair and a lot of fun) What we offer Competitive pay (negotiable) of $21 - 27 based on experience and licensure [
Benefits:
health, PTO, CE allowance, FIGS uniforms, etc.] Paid continuing education to keep your skills sharp A collaborative team where your ideas matter A real chance to grow with a new practice, including a clear path to lead tech or more Clinic pets and plenty of snuggles, unofficially
Schedule:
We are open M - F 8 am to 5 pm. The ideal candidate would work 3-4 days a week for an average of 28- 32 hours.
To apply:
Send your resume and a short note about your favorite patient story to [email].
Pay:
$20.00 - $27.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Professional Development
Dental Insurance
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