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Sandhills Equine LLC

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Sandhills Equine LLC, Stapleton, Nebraska, United States, 69163

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*Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)* Sandhills Equine, LLC - Stapleton, NE

Sandhills Equine is seeking a *Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)* to join our growing equine practice in rural Nebraska. This position is ideal for a technician who wants to be hands-on, trusted, and fully utilized as a medical professional.

We are a full-service equine veterinary practice offering mobile services and a haul-in facility, serving ranch, performance, and pleasure horses across the Sandhills. Our clinic values integrity, teamwork, and doing right by our clients and their horses.

*Why This Is Not a Typical Tech Job*

This is not a role where you are limited to basic tasks. At Sandhills Equine, LVTs are an essential part of patient care and are encouraged to practice at the *top of their license*.

* Hands-on involvement in cases from start to finish * Work side-by-side with veterinarian in the field and clinic * Trusted with responsibility and not micromanaged * Build real relationships with clients and follow cases through * Opportunities to grow skills in lameness, reproduction, emergency care, and surgery support

If you feel underutilized in your current role, this job was built for you.

*Job Responsibilities*

* IV catheter placement and maintenance * Administering medications and treatments (IV, IM, SQ, oral) under veterinary direction * Anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery * Assisting with surgical and standing procedures (including castrations and wound care) * Collecting and processing diagnostic samples * Operating digital radiography and ultrasound equipment * Assisting with lameness evaluations and imaging * Supporting reproductive services (breeding exams, semen handling, AI, embryo transfer) * Emergency and critical care support (colic, laminitis, neonatal cases) * Client education and communication * Medical records, inventory, and controlled drug compliance * Helping maintain clinic, vehicles, and equipment * Mentoring assistants or students when applicable

*Qualifications*

* Licensed Veterinary Technician (or license-eligible in Nebraska) * Strong work ethic and willingness to help where needed * Comfortable working with horses in clinic and field settings * Good communication skills and team-oriented mindset

Equine experience preferred, but motivated LVTs transitioning from other areas of veterinary medicine are encouraged to apply.

*What We Offer*

* Supportive, family-oriented work environment * Competitive pay based on experience * Variety in daily work — no two days are the same * Opportunities for continuing education and skill development

*How to Apply*

Send your resume to *info@sandhillsequine.com* Questions? Call *402-302-3870*

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $27.45 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits: * Continuing education credits * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * License reimbursement * Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person