# Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician - LVT - Emergency Overnight - South Metro Animal Emergency Care (SMAEC) at Lakefield Veterinary Group

Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician - LVT - Emergency Overnight - South Metro Animal Emergency Care (SMAEC) at Lakefield Veterinary Group in South Metro Animal Emergency Care - Apple Valley, Minnesota. Paying $34–$38/hr. Posted November 2, 2026.

- Company: Lakefield Veterinary Group
- Location: South Metro Animal Emergency Care - Apple Valley, Minnesota
- Pay: $34–$38/hr
- Posted: 2026-11-02
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lakefieldveterinarygroup/jobs/4475842009
- Source: https://jobmagic.ai/jobs/lead-licensed-veterinary-technician-lvt-emergency-overnight-south-metro-animal-e-gykkdh

## Description

 
Overnight Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) – Emergency & Critical Care
**South Metro Animal Emergency Care | Apple Valley, MN**

### 💰 COMPETITIVE PAY + BENEFITS

- **$34–$38/hour**, based on experience

- **+$6/hour overnight differential** (8 PM–8 AM)

- **+$2/hour weekend differential**

- **$2,500 sign-on bonus** paid after 6 months of employment

- PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and AD&D insurance, EAP, supplemental insurance options, and eligibility for performance-based bonuses

### 🩺 READY TO LEAD? READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT?

This is more than an overnight technician position. It's an opportunity to lead, mentor, inspire, and help shape the future of a 24/7 Emergency Veterinary team!

South Metro Animal Emergency Care (SMAEC) is a growing, 24/7, AAHA-accredited emergency hospital seeking an experienced, motivated, and confident **Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)** to step into a leadership role within our Emergency and Critical Care department.

We're looking for someone who isn't afraid to take charge, enjoys developing others, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and understands what it takes to build a strong, cohesive overnight team.

Our technicians are valued medical professionals with a real voice in patient care, treatment decisions, and hospital flow. You'll work directly with DVMs in a collaborative, technician-forward environment with strong staffing support—typically **2 credentialed technicians and 2 veterinary assistants per doctor.**

### WHAT MAKES THIS OPPORTUNITY EXCITING?

- **Lead with purpose:** Take ownership of overnight clinical operations and serve as a key leader for the team.

- **Build a great team:** Mentor, coach, develop, and empower technicians and assistants to reach their full potential.

- **Make a clinical impact:** Work alongside emergency veterinarians to provide exceptional care for critical and emergency patients.

- **Partner with leadership:** Work closely with the Hospital Leadership Team and Medical Director to align clinical goals, improve hospital operations, strengthen team performance, and drive continued growth within the Emergency Department.

- **Have a voice:** Collaborate with hospital leadership on department initiatives, workflow improvements, team development, and clinical excellence.

- **Drive accountability:** Help establish consistency, communication, teamwork, and high clinical standards across overnight operations.

### WHAT YOU'LL DO DAY TO DAY

Our cases include toxins, foreign bodies, urinary obstructions, respiratory emergencies, trauma, surgical emergencies, and hospitalized or critical patients.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Leading and supporting overnight clinical operations while maintaining high standards of patient care.

- Performing initial triage and collaborating directly with DVMs to prioritize patient needs.

- Reviewing treatment plans with clients and answering questions with empathy and confidence.

- Placing IV catheters, NG tubes, central lines, and PICC lines.

- Applying splints and bandages.

- Running and monitoring anesthesia for surgical procedures.

- Performing and overseeing treatments for hospitalized patients.

- Monitoring and advocating for patients throughout their stay.

- Mentoring teammates and supporting a collaborative, accountable team.

- Partnering with hospital leadership to improve workflows, communication, and overall department performance.

### WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Someone who:

- Holds a current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential.

- Has a strong background in veterinary emergency and critical care.

- Is confident in their technical skills and clinical decision-making.

- Is a natural leader who leads by example.

- Has a passion for mentoring and developing others.

- Can confidently navigate challenging situations and make sound decisions.

- Understands that great leadership means supporting, motivating, and holding a team accountable.

- Values collaboration and wants to be an active partner in hospital leadership.

- Is ready to take ownership and make a difference.

### ❤️ WHY SOUTH METRO?

- Technician-forward culture that values your knowledge, experience, and clinical skills.

- Strong technician-to-doctor ratios and meaningful autonomy.

- Hands-on emergency medicine experience and opportunities to expand your skills.

- Supportive leadership and teammates who help one another.

- A collaborative environment where your voice matters.

- 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts, with swing and overnight options.

### 🐾 OUR CORE VALUES

Respect • Wow Service • Learning • Fun • Communication • Doing the Right Thing

We're not just looking for someone to fill an overnight schedule. We're looking for a leader who wants to build something great.

If you're ready to take the next step in your veterinary career, influence the direction of a team, partner with hospital leadership, and make a lasting impact in emergency medicine, we want to meet you!

**Step into leadership. Build your team. Shape the future.**

### READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

For more information about our hospital, visit smaec.com.

To apply, contact Christine Strassburg at christine.strassburg@lakefieldvet.com or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com.

 
 

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Compensation Range$34—$38 USD