Part-Time Licensed Veterinary Technician

Yorktown•Yorktown, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Animal Emergency Center of Yorktown is an emergency/urgent care hospital in Yorktown, VA, known for its tenured and highly capable technician and support team. The practice is innovative, offering the latest medical techniques and equipment. The hospital fosters a supportive culture that encourages learning, mentoring, and collaboration, with a focus on making work enjoyable. This is a part-time position, specifically including Sunday swing shifts from 5:15 PM to 12:30 AM.

Requirements

Active Licensed Veterinary Technician license required
Sunday swing shift availability is required for this position
Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture
Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards
Possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting

Nice To Haves

1+ year professional experience

Responsibilities

Animal restraint
Triage of incoming patients
Collection and analysis of lab samples
Diagnostic imaging
Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
Administration of medications
Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
Surgical preparation and assistance
Anesthetic management

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applicable to licensed employees)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)