Emergency Licensed Veterinary Technician (Day Shift)

PetVet Care Centers • Springfield, VA

285d • $25 - $42

About The Position

The Regional Veterinary Referral Center is seeking a Full-time Emergency Licensed Veterinary Technician for the Day Shift in our Emergency/Critical Care Department. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive work environment where our team can thrive. Our focus is on collaboration, mental health, and professional growth. We offer fixed shifts from 7 am to 7:30 pm, with higher compensation for weekend work. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about veterinary care and enjoy working in a team-oriented atmosphere.

Requirements

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or LVT-VTS credentials preferred.
• Students currently in Veterinary Technician school are also encouraged to apply.
• 1+ years of experience in urgent, emergency, or critical care.

Responsibilities

• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
• Perform diagnostics such as phlebotomy, cystocentesis, in-house laboratory testing (CBC's, blood chemistries, urinalysis, SNAP tests, blood typing, cross matching), blood pressures, and radiographs.
• Take vitals and use and perform medical math.
• May include some lifting or carrying (up to 50 lbs) and will include climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients' conditions, reactions, and changes; update database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Use critical thinking to work positively as a team player; remain calm and professional while effectively problem-solving.
• Exhibit excellent customer service skills when engaging with clientele.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor, Hospital Manager, or Medical Director as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401K.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Continuing education (CE) allowance.
• Uniform allowance.
• Generously discounted pet care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed