LVT Jobs in Texas
LVT jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin, where high-traffic small animal and specialty practices drive steady demand for licensed veterinary technicians across general practice, emergency medicine, and dentistry. Large regional employers such as VCA Animal Hospitals, Banfield Pet Hospital, and BluePearl Veterinary Partners maintain ongoing hiring across all three metros. Emergency and critical care technicians are among the most sought-after, alongside lvts with anesthesia or diagnostic imaging experience. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Katy, TX
All Pets Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) with experience in surgery, urgent care, and general practice to support our practice. Our FT techs work between 30-36 hours per week.
At All Pets Animal Hospital, we believe the best way to provide compassionate, quality care to pets is by putting relationships - with our clients, patients, Team Members and community - at the heart of everything we do.
- Our team values a healthy work-life balance
- We are supportive and have great communication skills
- Our team atmosphere is fun, positive & highly motivated
- We love to learn!
We're a close-knit group of experienced veterinary professionals that pride ourselves on our ability to offer mentorship, support, and a collaborative workplace. In addition to taking care of pets, we also take care of each other. Through day-to-day interactions and organized team-building activities, we create an environment where personal health and well-being is important, and every individual matters.
For more information about our hospital, please visit allpetskaty.com.
To apply, please contact Christine Erickson at alexis.wendt@lakefieldvet.com or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com.
Pay Range: $21-$23 per hour
Benefits:
PTO
Employee Assistance Program
401K
Medical
Dental
Vision
Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, long-term care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Employer Paid Life and AD&D
Employer Paid STD and LTD
Eligible for performance-based bonus
#LI-AW1
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Katy, TX
All Pets Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) with experience in surgery, urgent care, and general practice to support our practice. Our FT techs work between 30-36 hours per week.
At All Pets Animal Hospital, we believe the best way to provide compassionate, quality care to pets is by putting relationships - with our clients, patients, Team Members and community - at the heart of everything we do.
- Our team values a healthy work-life balance
- We are supportive and have great communication skills
- Our team atmosphere is fun, positive & highly motivated
- We love to learn!
We're a close-knit group of experienced veterinary professionals that pride ourselves on our ability to offer mentorship, support, and a collaborative workplace. In addition to taking care of pets, we also take care of each other. Through day-to-day interactions and organized team-building activities, we create an environment where personal health and well-being is important, and every individual matters.
For more information about our hospital, please visit allpetskaty.com.
To apply, please contact Christine Erickson at alexis.wendt@lakefieldvet.com or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com.
Pay Range: $21-$23 per hour
Benefits:
PTO
Employee Assistance Program
401K
Medical
Dental
Vision
Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, long-term care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Employer Paid Life and AD&D
Employer Paid STD and LTD
Eligible for performance-based bonus
#LI-AW1
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LVT Job Market in Texas
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- Animal Care & Pet Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in LVT jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners license as a licensed veterinary technician
- Passing score on the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) required for licensure
- Associate or bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program
- Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, and radiographic positioning
- Experience with practice management software such as Avimark, Cornerstone, or Impromed
- Ability to handle and restrain animals of various sizes in a high-volume clinical setting
LVT Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a lvt in Texas?
To become a licensed veterinary technician in Texas, you must graduate from an American Veterinary Medical Association-accredited veterinary technology program, pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination, and apply for licensure through the Texas State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners. The board issues the official LVT credential required to practice in Texas. Most accredited programs take two years and include supervised clinical hours that prepare candidates for both the exam and day-one employment.
Which companies hire lvts in Texas?
Texas lvt roles are posted by Lakefield Veterinary, Destination Pet, and Banfield Pet Hospital and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's density of corporate-owned multi-site practices and dedicated specialty and emergency hospitals means consistent openings across the state year-round.
Which Texas cities have the most lvt jobs?
Houston, Katy, and San Antonio have the most lvt openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth support the largest concentrations because of their size and the number of corporate practice groups, specialty referral hospitals, and emergency centers headquartered or heavily staffed there, while Austin's fast-growing population has driven rapid expansion of both independent and chain practices.
Are there remote lvt jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Veterinary technician work is fundamentally hands-on, so most roles require on-site presence for patient care, anesthesia, and diagnostics. About 0% of lvt openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost always in telehealth triage, veterinary software support, or clinical education rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a lvt in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate positions at corporate groups such as VCA or Banfield, which run structured onboarding programs designed for recent AVMA-program graduates who hold or are awaiting their Texas LVT license. Candidates who worked as veterinary assistants during school have a clear advantage, since that hands-on background directly maps to technician responsibilities. Completing your VTNE and submitting your Texas State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners application before graduation signals readiness to employers screening new grads.
Where can I find and apply to lvt jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to lvt jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers hiring now. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and preferred metro, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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