Licensed Veterinary Technician

Vetcelerator•Chesapeake, VA

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About The Position

MyVet Chesapeake, a small privately owned veterinary practice in Chesapeake, Virginia, is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join its close-knit team. The LVT works directly with the veterinarian and support team to provide medical and surgical care, nursing support, diagnostics, and compassionate service to patients and clients. The practice values collaboration, dependability, and each team member’s contribution. Candidates must have at least one year of veterinary technician experience and hold, or be eligible to obtain, Virginia LVT licensure. Compensation is competitive and based on experience, technical skills, qualifications, and licensure; it can be discussed based on the candidate’s experience and skills.

Requirements

Be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Virginia or eligible to obtain Virginia licensure.
Have at least 1 year of veterinary technician experience.
Have strong veterinary nursing and patient-care skills.
Be comfortable working directly with veterinarians during medical and surgical procedures.
Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients and coworkers.
Be comfortable handling dogs and cats of different sizes, temperaments, and medical needs.
Be organized and able to maintain accurate medical records.
Value teamwork and be willing to help wherever needed in a small veterinary practice.

Nice To Haves

Experience with anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, radiology, laboratory diagnostics, emergency care, or critical-care nursing.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient examinations and treatments.
Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters.
Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
Monitor patients before, during, and after surgical procedures.
Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
Prepare patients and the surgical suite for procedures.
Perform and assist with veterinary diagnostic testing and laboratory procedures.
Take and process radiographs.
Support dental procedures and dental patient care.
Provide nursing care for hospitalized and recovering patients.
Maintain accurate patient medical records.
Educate pet owners about medications, preventive care, nutrition, and at-home treatment.
Safely and compassionately handle and restrain patients.
Maintain treatment areas, equipment, and medical supplies.
Work with the veterinary team to keep the hospital running efficiently.