Credentialed Veterinary Technician OR Veterinary Assistant

Overview

Licensed Veterinary Technician | Union, KY

Looking for a veterinary team that values you as much as you value your patients? Whether you're a Licensed Veterinary Technician ready to monitor anesthesia on a busy dental morning, or a Veterinary Assistant looking to grow your clinical skills, there's a place for you here. At Union Pet Hospital, one of only two AAHA-accredited hospitals in Northern Kentucky, we're hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician, and Veterinary Assistants are welcome to apply.

About the Practice

We've served Union and the Florence, Hebron, Burlington, and Independence areas since 1997. We're AAHA accredited, one of only two AAHA-certified animal hospitals in Northern Kentucky, and a Certified Cat Friendly Practice through the American Association of Feline Practitioners, with Fear Free Certified professionals on our team. We're committed to great medicine and superior client service, and our team works together to do what's best for our patients and their people. We're looking for someone who wants to contribute, keep learning, and grow with us.

What You'll Help Make Possible

• Smooth appointments and treatments, with our veterinarians supported every step of the way
• Safe surgical and dental procedures through careful patient monitoring, matched to your training and credentials
• Accurate samples and lab results that support confident diagnoses
• Treatments administered as directed, with patients cared for closely
• Clients who understand their pet's care and leave with a positive experience
• Accurate records and clean, organized, well-stocked treatment areas

What We're Looking For

Required:

• A Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license in Kentucky, or veterinary assistant experience
• Availability for 9-hour day shifts, including rotating weekends

Preferred:

• 1-2 years of experience in a veterinary setting
• Experience with surgical and dental procedures, patient monitoring, and diagnostic testing
• A positive attitude and a genuine love for animals
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Dependability, initiative, and a strong work ethic
• Excellent communication skills and a team-first mindset

Schedule

• Full-time, Day shift
• 9-hour shifts
• Rotating weekends
• No holiday shifts required

Compensation

Compensation for this role ranges from $18.00 to $22.00 per hour, based on experience and role alignment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, based on experience
• Free virtual mental health for your household (ages 13+)
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous CE allowance plus paid CE time
• Uniform allowance
• Pet care discounts for your personal pets
• PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between)
• Access to Encore Vet Group's library of training, CE, and career development resources
• A 401(k) with up to 5% company match

Ready to join a team that values you as much as you value your patients? Apply today and take the next step in your veterinary career.

Check us out: unionpethospital.com

Pay Range

USD $18.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr.