Jobs in Ithaca, MI
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Ithaca Animal Hospital

Licensed Veterinary Technician

120 E. Newark St, Ithaca, MI, 48847 ithacaanimalhospital.com
Job detailsPay Negotiable (+)
Hourly Rate$22‑26
Hours/Week30‑40
Start Date ASAP

Shifts: closing, opening, mixedAppointments/day: 20‑50 Co-workers: 10‑20

Overview

Benefits
Health, Dental, & Vision (with HSA option)
401k
Career growth opportunities
Life insurance and disability
Discounted Pet Care
Paid Time Off
CE Allowance ($500 first year; $1,000 annually thereafter)
licensure reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
$2,000 bonus package
Practice Overview

We are a busy, three-doctor practice that has been providing loving care for more than 50 years! 💙 Our entire staff understands the importance of relationships building and treats our patients like family. We are a full service, well-equipped, small animal practice that primarily provides general wellness, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry services. We have excellent room for growth and encourage lifelong learning—in fact, one of our doctors is undergoing training to expand our orthopedic services! 🦴

About the Area

Centrally located in Michigan's lower peninsula, Ithaca is a town that offers residents a rural lifestyle. It's a small town where high school football is king (go Yellowjackets!!💛) and everyone comes together for the yearly County Fair. It's a safe and growing area, with newer restaurants coming into town and attractions (like a brewery) are close by.

Practice Values
compassion
care
longevity
quality
Practice Type
dentistry
general practice
diagnostic imaging
orthopedics
soft tissue surgery
surgery
Species
dog
cat
Management SoftwareAVImark

Requirements

Preferred Skills
Anesthesia Induction
teamwork
surgical and dental assistance
Dental Radiology
Anesthesia Monitoring
general practice
Patient handling / restraint
Venipuncture
Dental Prophylaxis
Microscopic evaluation
communication
Pharmacy / Lab Work
time management
hospitalized patient management
vaccines
Blood Draws
IV Catheter Management
emotional intelligence
Preferred Credentials
RVT
CVT
LVMT
LVT
Job Description

Ithaca Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team! Our technicians are pivotal in delivering exceptional care during surgical and dental procedures. They are responsible for coordinating and executing precise treatment plans, preparing animals for surgery, assisting in the OR, and performing dental procedures. In this role, you will maintain detailed surgical records, review and implement treatment plans, and address client questions regarding their pet’s care. You will also work closely with your team to manage the veterinarian’s orders, ensuring the highest standards of patient care while maintaining an efficient workflow to keep procedures on schedule. This role is ideal for detail-oriented technicians who excel in multi-tasking and want to fully utilize their skillset and license. This is a full-time position, with a 5-8s schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday. We are also open to part-time availability. No weekends!