Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) – Rice Village Animal Hospital
Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician ready to practice high-quality medicine in a hospital that truly values your skills? Do you thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where excellence is the standard?
Rice Village Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced LVT to join our growing practice.
We are a privately owned, AAHA-accredited hospital located in Houston's Rice Village. We embrace modern veterinary medicine and the tools that support it—including EzyVet cloud-based software, Weave communication systems, IDEXX diagnostics, digital radiography, portable ultrasound, and advanced anesthesia monitoring equipment.
What You'll Do
Advanced surgical nursing and anesthesia monitoring, including induction, maintenance, and recovery
Dentistry, including prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, and full-mouth dental radiography
Patient monitoring, hospitalization care, and pain management protocols
Emergency triage, stabilization, and critical care support
Diagnostic imaging, including radiology and portable ultrasound support
In-house laboratory diagnostics, cytology preparation, and quality control
Medication administration and treatment planning support
Client education focused on diagnostics, treatment plans, and ongoing patient care
Assisting veterinarians with advanced medical and surgical procedures
What We're Looking For
A licensed Texas Veterinary Technician in good standing who is confident in their clinical abilities and takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care. The ideal candidate has strong anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and nursing skills, communicates clearly with clients and teammates, and is detail-oriented and solution-focused.
A positive attitude and a sense of humor are always welcome. We work hard, support each other, and genuinely enjoy what we do.
Who Will Thrive Here?
You take initiative and follow through without needing to be reminded
You enjoy finding ways to make things run smoother
You communicate directly and respectfully
You care about doing things the right way—even when no one is watching
What We Offer
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
HSA
401(k)
Paid time off and paid holidays
Scrub allowance
Employee and Family discounts
Professional development assistance and continuing education (VMG, WVC)
Fear Free membership
Referral program
Weekends off
A supportive, well-established team and great location
Schedule
Monday–Friday | Typical shifts between 7:30 AM and 6:30 PM
(No weekend appointment hours, no overnight care, no boarding)
Requirements
Texas Veterinary Technician License
Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program
Minimum 3 years of clinical veterinary experience
Strong anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and nursing skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Come be a part of something special at Rice Village Animal Hospital—where passion meets purpose, and every paw print tells a story.