TN Visa Registered Veterinary Technician Jobs
Registered Veterinary Technician is a listed TN visa occupation under USMCA, making U.S. employer sponsorship more direct than most work visas. Canadian citizens can enter at the border with a qualifying job offer. Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate. No lottery, no annual cap for Canadians.
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Director of LMU Clinical DVM Program Operations & Assistant Professor
Lincoln Memorial University – College of Veterinary Medicine
Location: Remote with Occasional Travel
Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking an experienced veterinarian to serve as Director of LMU Clinical DVM Program Operations & Assistant Professor.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced DVM interested in combining veterinary education, leadership, program operations, and student success. The position is remote and requires occasional travel to LMU DVM instructional sites.
Position Overview
Working collaboratively with the Executive Associate Dean of Clinical Relations and Outreach and other faculty and staff, the Director will provide operational and executional leadership for the LMU Clinical DVM Program.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the continued development of LMU's clinical veterinary education program while helping educate and support future veterinarians.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
- Manage the LMU DVM Clinical Course Mentor Program
- Manage the LMU DVM Clinical Site Training Program
- Manage the LMU DVM Clinical Year Student Success Program
- Manage the LMU DVM Professional Quality Assurance Program
- Work collaboratively with the Executive Associate Dean of Clinical Relations and Outreach
- Develop strong working relationships with students, faculty, staff, clinical partners, and other stakeholders
- Support student learning outcomes within LMU's hybrid distributed clinical education model
- Provide oversight for initiatives supporting the mission of the College of Veterinary Medicine
- Develop and deliver instructional materials and participate in research and service based on assigned responsibilities
- Represent the College at appropriate AVMA, AAVMC, state VMA, and other professional programs and events
- Deliver presentations to students, clinical affiliates, and other stakeholders
- Travel periodically as needed
Required Qualification
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA or board certification
- At least 10 years of experience in clinical practice or academia
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This position offers an experienced veterinarian the opportunity to move into or continue a leadership role in veterinary medical education while working in a remote capacity. The Director will play an important role in clinical program operations, student success, clinical partnerships, and the education of future veterinarians.
Interested candidates must apply through the Lincoln Memorial University Careers site:
https://careers.lmunet.edu/postings/45988
Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Master's (Preferred)
Experience:
- clinical practice: 10 years (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Registered Veterinary Technician
Get your credentials evaluated before applying
TN visa approval requires proof your education matches the role. A foreign credential evaluation confirming your veterinary technology diploma or degree meets U.S. equivalency strengthens your application and reduces RFE risk at the port of entry.
Target clinics with multi-location or corporate ownership
Larger veterinary groups and corporate-owned practices file TN paperwork more frequently than independent clinics. Their HR teams already understand employer letter requirements, so you spend less time educating the hiring manager about sponsorship.
Confirm your state license before the offer stage
Most U.S. states require RVT licensure through the VTNE before you can practice. Employers will ask for proof of licensure or eligibility during hiring. Starting the state licensing process early prevents delays after you receive a job offer.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-ready RVT employers
Searching broadly for veterinary technician roles wastes time on employers unfamiliar with TN sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters listings specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals, connecting you with practices already open to TN visa hires.
Request a detailed employer support letter at offer
CBP officers reviewing TN applications at the border need an employer letter describing your specific duties, your credentials, and the professional nature of the role. A vague letter is a common cause of delays or denials, so get this right before travel.
Understand the TN renewal timeline for Mexican citizens
Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate rather than a land border. Consulate appointment availability varies by location. Build at least eight to twelve weeks of lead time into your timeline before your intended start date.
Registered Veterinary Technician TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Registered Veterinary Technician qualify for a TN visa?
Yes. Veterinary Technician is explicitly listed as a qualifying TN occupation under USMCA Appendix 2. Your education must be in veterinary technology or a closely related field, and your employer must document that the role requires professional-level veterinary technician duties, not just general animal care work.
How does TN compare to H-1B for RVT roles in the U.S.?
TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and can be issued at the border on the same day for Canadian citizens. H-1B visa requires a lottery entry in March with work authorization not starting until October at the earliest. For Canadian and Mexican RVTs, TN is a faster and more predictable path to U.S. employment than H-1B.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for TN sponsorship?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that includes your job title, a description of your specific duties, confirmation of the professional nature of the role, your anticipated start date, and the terms of employment. The letter does not go to USCIS for Canadian citizens applying at the border, but CBP officers examine it closely.
Where can I find RVT jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter for visa sponsorship willingness, so you spend time applying to employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN visa roles, letting you search Registered Veterinary Technician positions with employers already open to sponsoring TN status.
Can I switch veterinary employers while on a TN visa?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to your current employer. If you change jobs, your new employer must support a fresh TN application. Canadian citizens can do this at a port of entry without advance filing. Mexican citizens need a new consular appointment. You should not stop working for your current employer until the new TN is approved.