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Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) Jobs in Stapleton, NE at Sandhills Equine LLC
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 [email protected]
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
Title: Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
Company: Sandhills Equine LLC
Location: Stapleton, NE
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