Mountain Equine Veterinary Associates Licensed / Certified Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) Billings, MT · Full time Company website

Montana Equine is seeking a Licensed or Certified Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) to join our equine hospital in Billings, Montana. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinarians providing high-quality equine care, including emergency medicine, surgery, diagnostics, and hospitalized patient care. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, continuing education opportunities, and a supportive, team-oriented work environment. Prior equine experience is preferred.

About Mountain Equine Veterinary Associates

Montana Equine is a multi-location equine veterinary practice dedicated to providing exceptional medical, surgical, emergency, and preventative care for horses. Our experienced veterinarians and support teams work together to deliver high-quality medicine while maintaining strong relationships with our clients and their horses.

What sets Montana Equine apart is our diverse caseload, advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, and collaborative, team-oriented environment. We believe in investing in our people through continuing education, hands-on training, and professional development. Our goal is to create a workplace where employees feel supported, continue to grow their skills, and take pride in the care they provide every day.

Description

Montana Equine | Billings, Montana

Montana Equine is seeking a motivated, dependable Licensed or Certified Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) to join our busy equine hospital in Billings, Montana.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a progressive, team-oriented environment dedicated to high-quality equine medicine and exceptional patient care.

Our practice provides comprehensive veterinary services ranging from routine wellness and lameness evaluations to emergency medicine, internal medicine, hospitalization, and advanced diagnostics. We are looking for a credentialed technician who is passionate about horses, works well in a fast-paced environment, and values teamwork, patient care, and client communication.

Responsibilities

  • Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments.
  • Monitor and provide nursing care for hospitalized equine patients.
  • Prepare, organize, and maintain treatment and procedure areas.
  • Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians.
  • Assist with anesthesia, surgical procedures, and patient monitoring as needed.
  • Perform laboratory work, assist with diagnostic imaging, and maintain accurate medical records.
  • Safely handle and restrain horses during examinations and treatments.
  • Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients and team members.
  • Help maintain equipment, supplies, cleanliness, and hospital organization.
  • Participate in emergency and after-hours care rotation as needed.
  • Support teamwork, training, and continued improvement of hospital operations.

Qualifications

Required:


  • Current veterinary technician license or certification (LVT, CVT, RVT, or equivalent recognized credential).
  • Strong understanding of veterinary nursing principles and patient care.
  • Confidence handling horses safely and effectively.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to multitask and remain effective in a busy hospital environment.
  • Dependability, attention to detail, and a team-oriented attitude.
  • Ability to perform the physical responsibilities associated with equine veterinary care.

Preferred:


  • Previous experience in equine veterinary medicine.
  • Experience with hospitalized patients, anesthesia, emergency care, or diagnostic procedures.
  • Interest in continuing education, professional development, and helping strengthen team skills.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.
  • Group health insurance.
  • Long-term disability insurance.
  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Continuing education allowance and professional development support.
  • SIMPLE IRA match.
  • Employee discounts on veterinary services.
  • Supportive, collaborative work environment.
  • Opportunity to work with a diverse equine caseload and experienced veterinary professionals.

Why Montana Equine?

At Montana Equine, we believe exceptional patient care starts with a strong team. Our Billings hospital offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinarians and dedicated support staff while building your skills in a collaborative equine-focused practice.

We value individuals who take initiative, communicate well, support their coworkers, and take pride in providing excellent care to horses and their owners.

Apply Today

If you are a licensed or certified veterinary technician looking for an opportunity to grow your career in equine medicine, we would like to hear from you.

Please send your resume and references to:

Phil Rheubottom

Director of Operations & Finance

[email protected]

Location: Billings, Montana

Salary

$20 - $23 per hour