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General Information

Ref #
7286
Department
Vet Tech / Vet Assistant / VT Campus
Job Site
Ford Caputo Animal Hospital
Date Published
11-06-2025
Pay Class
Full-Time
Base Min.
$ 21
Base Max.
$ 25

Description & Requirements

Company Overview
If you are looking for a hospital where delivering the highest standard of care is the daily expectation, Ford-Caputo is your destination. We are proud to be AAHA Accredited, reflecting our deep commitment to excellence in small animal medicine. This dedication is consistently recognized by our community, which has given us an outstanding 4.6-star Google rating. We offer you the immediate opportunity to join a respected team where you can truly do your best work and make a profound difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Joining the Ford-Caputo family means becoming part of a supportive network dedicated to your personal and professional growth. We understand that career advancement is crucial, and we have established programs in place to help all teammates achieve their professional goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership role. This collaborative culture ensures that you have the stability and resources necessary to focus on providing outstanding patient care, allowing you to succeed at every stage of your veterinary career.

Providing quality, comprehensive small animal medicine is the foundation of our practice. Our veterinarians have access to immediate internal specialty consultations and dedicated mentorship opportunities, ensuring they are always equipped to handle the most complex cases. We emphasize continuous education and collaborative medicine, enabling you to practice evidence-based care in a structured environment. At Ford-Caputo, we provide the advanced tools and support you need to maintain the highest medical standards for our patients.

Located in Redford Charter Township, Michigan, you will find a vibrant, established community offering convenient access to everything metro Detroit has to offer. Redford provides a comfortable, residential setting perfect for establishing roots while keeping you close to major highways, cultural attractions, and excellent regional resources. This location offers the perfect blend of suburban comfort and regional connectivity, giving you the ideal balance between a professionally rewarding life and a personally fulfilling lifestyle.
Job Description

Join Our Team! Full-Time Licensed Veterinary Technician 📍 Ford Caputo Veterinary Hospital 📌 Location: 8900 Telegraph Road, Redford Charter Township, MI 48239 🌐 Visit our website - https://fordcaputovet.com/ Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician whos passionate about patient care, learning, and truly being part of a collaborative team? Ford Caputo Veterinary Hospital, a 5-doctor AAHA-accredited practice, is seeking a full-time LVT to join our progressive, compassionate, and growth-focused team. 🕓 Schedule & Hours - 4-day work week - Rotating Saturdays (every 3rd week) - Clinic Hours: - Monday“Friday: 9:00 AM “ 6:00 PM - Saturday: 9:00 AM “ 2:00 PM 💼 Compensation & Benefits - $21 “ $25/hour, commensurate with experience - Positive, growth-minded environment - No overtime required - Mental health room with cozy comforts for team well-being 🐾 Why Youll Love Working Here - Fully utilize your skills: phlebotomy, IV cath placement, anesthesia monitoring, tech appointments, and more - State-of-the-art tech including: - Avimark practice management software - Heska in-house lab equipment - Imagyst AI cytology reader - Scribe Note AI medical note transcriber - Wide range of services: ultrasound, surgery, dental, laser therapy, and canine rehabilitation therapy - Growth-focused: preparing to launch physical therapy services by year-end - A culture that values psychological safety, mental health, and ongoing learning 🌟 What Sets Us Apart - We LOVE to teach “ mentorship is part of our DNA - Technicians are empowered to practice at the top of their license - A collaborative leadership style that encourages open communication - A strong commitment to mental wellness with realistic expectations and a supportive environment Were proud of our team, our technology, and our mission to deliver compassionate, top-tier veterinary care. If youre looking for a team that lifts you up and helps you grow, we hope youll consider joining us. Benefits: PTO - 80 Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service. Holiday Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day) *The holiday PTO hours can be used at the team members discretion to cover the actual holiday as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager. Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises Dream Fund- Potential annual bonus awarded. Medical, Vision and Dental plans available FSA and HSA options available Maternity Leave 401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match Access to Healthy Minds @Work App -to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program - Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you - 24 hour access - Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more - Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus - Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information - Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions - Build coping skills to manage lifes challenges and gain control of your life - Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics - Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page - ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!! Optional Insurances Available - Life Insurance AD&D - Short Term Disability Insurance - Long Term Disability Insurance - Critical Illness Insurance - Accidental Insurance Pet Benefits Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75 CE Benefits - Credentialed Veterinary Technician $500 plus 24 paid CE hours per year, Access to our online learning platform with RACE approved CE at your fingertips. Scholarship Program for Veterinary Technicians that want to become credentialed Internal Employee Rewards Program - Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards. We do offer externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students.

Responsibilities and Benefits

Major Duties: - Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for in-patient medical care- administer medications, assist or perform treatments, diagnostics & monitoring, place IV catheters, draw blood, run lab tests, administer IV fluids, cleaning, feeding, and walking patients as needed. - Anesthesia/Surgery “ Our Veterinary Technician's prep, induction, maintenance, monitoring, recovery of patients, cleans/maintains/sterilize anesthesia equipment and surgical instruments. - Dentistry- Our Veterinary Technician's provide patient dental care, ultrasonic cleaning and polishing, assist doctor with dental surgery. - Radiology - Our Veterinary Technician's position patients and assist with radiographs, sending radiographs via email. - Laboratory duties- Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for collecting, preparing, & running or submitting samples for requested tests; reading and recording results when indicated (fecals, Urines, Ear cytology etc) when requested by doctor. - Preparing invoices, discharge instructions, and client informational tools - Client communication for hospitalized patients - give patient updates, discharge instructions, and provide follow up for certain hospital patients. - Client medical demonstrations / education - teach/educate clients on at home care procedures. - Veterinary Technician appointments- blood draws for therapeutic monitoring / screening tests, bandage changes, post-op checks, suture removals, AG, TNT. - Clinic technician- assisting doctor with outpatient appointments, preparing, restocking, cleaning exam room, check patients in and out, take history and vitals, input data into patient medical record, ensure a smooth and timely flow of outpatient appointments from check-in to discharge. - Assist with reception/front desk duties as needed- answering phones, booking appointments, admit/discharge patients. - Assist in training and mentoring new team members. - Assist with inventory control “ informing inventory manager when products are getting low/out, unpacking, restocking drug & medical supplies. - Preparing prescriptions - dispensed medications & medication refills.

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