Licensed Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Join Our Amazing Team as Our Newest Licensed Veterinary Technician! At Animal Wellness Center, we're passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care while fostering meaningful relationships with the pets and families we serve. Our collaborative team combines traditional veterinary medicine with integrative therapies to provide exceptional care for dogs, cats, birds, and exotic pets in a supportive, patient-centered environment. We're looking for a compassionate and skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our growing team. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical skills, expand your knowledge in advanced medicine, or grow into future leadership opportunities, you'll find a team that is invested in your success.
Requirements
- Current Virginia Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential or eligibility for licensure
- Previous veterinary experience preferred
- Strong technical nursing and patient care skills
- Excellent communication and client education skills
- Compassionate, dependable, and self-motivated
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Positive, collaborative team player
- Comfortable working evenings and weekends as needed
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance when necessary
Nice To Haves
- Experience with exotics is a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures
- Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, laboratory procedures, and other technical nursing skills within your credentialed scope of practice
- Monitor hospitalized patients and provide compassionate nursing care
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
- Safely handle and restrain dogs, cats, and exotic pets (experience with exotics is a plus)
- Process laboratory samples and maintain accurate medical records
- Educate clients on medications, preventive care, prescription diets, wellness plans, and discharge instructions
- Reinforce veterinarian recommendations and promote exceptional client communication
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment area, pharmacy, exam rooms, and patient wards
- Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical instruments and equipment
- Collaborate with doctors, technicians, assistants, and client service representatives to provide outstanding patient care
- Perform additional duties as needed to support the hospital and patient care
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Pet Care Discounts
- Flexible Scheduling
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
