Licensed Veterinary Technician - Sunshine Animal Hospital - Annandale, VA
About The Position
Sunshine Animal Hospital, located in Annandale, Virginia, is a small, community-focused practice dedicated to personalized, high-quality, compassionate veterinary medicine. We foster long-term relationships with clients and their pets, offering a range of services including preventive medicine, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, ultrasound, radiology, and in-house laboratory testing. Our small, collaborative team values compassion, communication, continued learning, and mutual support. A significant perk is our Monday-Friday schedule with no weekend shifts. We are seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) who enjoys client interaction, building relationships, and practicing personalized medicine in a smaller practice setting.
Requirements
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Virginia, or an RVT/LVT/CVT currently licensed in another state with the ability to transfer licensure to Virginia within 6 months or less.
- Strong experience in surgery, anesthesia monitoring, dentistry, and treatment flow.
- Confident and compassionate when communicating with clients.
- Patience to listen, answer questions, and help pet parents feel comfortable and supported.
- Enjoys working in a smaller practice and building meaningful, long-term relationships with clients and their pets.
- Strong knowledge of veterinary medical procedures, terminology, and patient care standards.
- Ability to compassionately handle and restrain animals, including fearful or stressed patients.
- Proficient with veterinary software and medical documentation.
- Ability to lift, carry, and restrain animals of varying sizes.
Nice To Haves
- Local candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
- Looking to build a long-term home with our practice.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians with patient exams, diagnostics, treatments, surgeries, and dental procedures while maintaining efficient workflow.
- Prepare patients for surgery and monitor anesthesia and patient vitals during surgical and dental procedures.
- Support dentistry procedures including dental cleanings, dental radiographs, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery.
- Provide attentive nursing care for hospitalized and recovering patients including medication administration, monitoring, IV catheter placement, and fluid therapy.
- Perform venipuncture and collect diagnostic samples for laboratory testing.
- Operate diagnostic equipment including digital radiography, dental radiography, ultrasound support, and in-house laboratory analyzers.
- Maintain accurate medical records, treatment logs, and patient documentation.
- Communicate with clients regarding treatment plans, patient updates, medications, and post-operative care with patience, empathy, and genuine compassion.
- Collaborate closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to provide exceptional patient care and maintain a positive hospital culture.
- Support and mentor veterinary assistants and newer team members when needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Four (4) weeks of paid time off annually
- Two (2) floating holidays
- Continuing Education opportunities
- Personalized development and career growth plans
- Tuition assistance/student loan support
- $150 annual uniform allowance
- Discounted pet care
- Industry-leading Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) with company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
