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Licensed Veterinary Technician

Byron Center, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 May 2026

💰 $60,000/yr($42,000/yr – $60,000/yr)

About the role

Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Grand Rapids is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our growing Emergency team. This full-time role is ideal for a highly skilled, compassionate technician who thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. You’ll play a critical role in providing gold-standard care during overnight hours. Make a meaningful impact by participating in clinical trials that drive advancements in veterinary care and improve the lives of pets!

Schedule:

Full time
Rotating weekends
3/6 Holidays
Shift bid every 6 months

Compensation:

$21-30 per hour, based on experience and skillset
$2 shift differential for hours worked between 11pm-7am

Benefits (for full time employees unless otherwise specified):

Continuing Education Allowance: $1,000/year (FT), $500/year (PT)
License fees covered for all employees including new and out-of-state transfers
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
Discounted Employee Pet Insurance
401(k) with employer match
Access to Ethos-wide expansive VetBloom Learning and Development platform with RACE approved CE
In depth tier training program for both Veterinary Assistants and Licensed Veterinary Technicians
Ethos Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Networks for continued LVT growth and aspiring VTS team members
Monthly in-house CE presented for all team members
And more!

About You:
You’re a credentialed LVT who thrives in a dynamic, emergency setting. You remain calm under pressure, think quickly in critical situations, and are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service. You thrive in an ever-changing environment, equipped to stay calm and knows how to react quickly during life-threatening circumstances. You are seeking a cohesive, hard-working and fun team that is equally committed to quality patient care and providing 5-star client service!
Position Responsibilities:

Assist veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, and treatments.
Strong technical skills; IVC placement, administer medications, and monitor hospitalized patients
Perform and monitor anesthesia (ECG, SpO₂, EtCO₂, NIBP)
Provide surgical support and post-op care
Handle and prepare lab samples; operate in-house diagnostics
Accurately record histories and update medical records in the HMS system (ezyVet).
Maintain accurate and detailed communication logs, handle department voicemail, client callbacks and documentation.
Educate and communicate with clients regarding their pet's condition, treatment plans, review of estimates, and follow-up care.
Maintain hospital cleanliness, follow safety protocols, support inventory.
Ability to learn advanced skills and use them to the fullest.
Ability to support hospital cleanliness, safety protocols and inventory.
Ability to participate in clinical trials and as a result, be a part of improving medicine for pet health for the future
Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements:

Licensed Veterinary Technician in Michigan or eligible for license transfer.
Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.

About us:
Teamwork & Culture:
We believe in respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our team values kindness, teamwork, and a gossip-free, solution-focused work environment.