Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
FP
Family Pet Health Center
Licensed Veterinary Technician - $1000 Sign On Bonus
Career Insights for Veterinary Technician / Technologist
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Michigan data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Veterinary Technician or Technologist assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating medical conditions in animals. May perform diagnostic tests or administer medications. Works in private veterinary practices or animal hospitals.
$39,835 / year median in Michigan
+27% projected growth
Job Description
Do you believe great veterinary care starts with compassion, teamwork, and a genuine love for pets (and their people)? So do we. Family Pet Health Center in Mattawan, MI is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician who wants more than just a job—we're offering a place where your skills are valued, your voice matters, and your work truly makes a difference every single day. Who We Are We're a close-knit, community-focused practice dedicated to providing high-quality, fear-free veterinary care in a supportive and upbeat environment. Our team works hard, laughs often, and genuinely enjoys coming to work together. What You'll Do As an LVT at Family Pet Health Center, you'll be hands-on and fully utilized, including: Lead, mentor, and supervise veterinary technicians and support staff to ensure high-quality patient care and workflow efficiency Oversee daily clinical operations, including surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, dental procedures, radiology, and laboratory diagnostics Develop and maintain treatment protocols, safety procedures, and best practices in compliance with state regulations Coordinate staff schedules, training, onboarding, and performance evaluations Assist veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and advanced medical procedures Monitor and maintain medical equipment, inventory, and pharmaceutical supplies Ensure accurate medical record documentation and client communication Implement and enforce hospital sanitation, infection control, and OSHA safety standards Handle complex or critical cases, including emergency triage and intensive patient monitoring Serve as a liaison between veterinarians, technicians, client service representatives, and management Who You Are Are a Licensed Veterinary Technician (Associate's + VTNE passed) Basic computer skills and a comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping Excellent communicator and calm under pressure; ready to lend a hand to support those around you Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor as well as ability to lift up to 40lbs on own and able to support up to 80Ibs with assistance Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors Why You'll Love Working Here Competitive compensation (depending on experience) including base and 401K match Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work Paid Time Off (PTO) because we truly believe in