Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to Support our Boarded Surgeon
Destination Pet Veterinary of Texas PC
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We are looking for an Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to support our Boarded Surgeon. You will be monitoring anesthesia and assisting in general and emergency soft-tissue, orthopedic, and neurologic surgeries. Come work with us and practice at the top of your license!
Must hold a valid Texas LVT state license.
✅ Wage Range: $33 - $35 /hr. (up to $37 /hr. for VTS)
✅ $2,000 Sign on Bonus
Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Practice at the TOP of Your License | Transparent Pay | Career Ladder
Are you a highly skilled LVT looking for a role that values your advanced clinical expertise? We are seeking a dedicated technician to work directly alongside our boarded surgeon to provide top-tier patient care and elevate our surgical team’s standards.
In this position, you will be the primary technician supporting our board-certified surgeon. You will be instrumental in managing complex surgical cases, overseeing advanced anesthesia protocols, and playing a key role in the training and development of our clinical support team.
Why Technicians Thrive Here – Our Investment in You
✅ $1,500 Annual CE Allowance + Dedicated CE PTO
✅ 3 weeks PTO
✅ Competitive wages with skills-based differentials and leadership stipends
✅ Structured career ladder with multiple technician levels and merit-based increases
✅ Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
✅ 401(k) with 5% company match
✅ 24/7 Mental Health Support via Telemedicine and a Fear Free–focused environment (training and certification supported)
✅ Paid volunteer time and partnership with our in-house nonprofit that helps low-income families access care
Town & Country Veterinary Hospital – A Look Inside
We are a well-established, full-service general and emergency practice hospital with a legacy of excellence and loyal clientele. Our state-of-the-art facility features four dedicated DVMs, a boarded surgeon, and an experienced support team committed to the highest standards of care. We are dedicated to staying current with the latest advancements in diagnostics, medical treatments, surgical procedures, and preventative wellness. We provide top-of-the-line medical, surgical, and dental equipment, as well as an in-house laboratory and ultrasonography.
Your Role – Clinical Driver & Leader
As a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), you will be encouraged to work to the top of your license and serve as a clinical leader, ensuring medical excellence with a patient-first mindset. We follow AAHA utilization guidance consistently.
You will primarily utilize your skills in:
Anesthesia & Analgesia: Full IV catheterization, multimodal pain management, induction, and advanced monitoring/recovery.
Dentistry: Full-mouth dental radiography, charting, and periodontal therapy (per DVM direction).
Diagnostics: High-quality radiography/positioning, in-house lab analysis, and sample collection.
Nursing & Triage: Critical patient monitoring, advanced wound care, and managing catheters/feeding tubes.
Workflow Leadership: Leading tech appointments, team huddles, and mentoring assistants/externs.
Growth & Schedule
Growth Paths: Your career interests guide your path! Perks include paid precepting, skill checkoffs tied to ladder milestones, and leadership training. We build your ladder, not a ceiling.
Schedule: Full-time with flexible scheduling options (choose 4 ten-hour or 5 eight-hour shifts) and a predictable weekend rotation.
Tools: Modern equipment including digital DR, dental radiography, in-house lab, infusion pumps, and multi-parameter monitors.
Ready to grow with a team that truly uses and values credentialed technicians? Apply today!
Apply online or email your resume directly to our Veterinary Recruiter at: valerie.wells@destpet.com
Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
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At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don't play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack?
Summary
Support surgical procedures, manage anesthesia, assist in diagnostics, lead clinical team.
Job title
Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to Support our Boarded Surgeon
Experience level
experienced level
Industry
veterinary services
Location requirements
San Antonio, TX, no remote work allowed.
Salary
$33k–$37k
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
San Antonio, TX, USA