Licensed Veterinary Technician

Yorktown•Yorktown, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Animal Emergency Center of Yorktown is an emergency / urgent care hospital in Yorktown, VA. Our technician and support team are tenured and highly capable of supporting our veterinarians with any patient needs that come through our doors! Our practice remains innovative in offering the latest medical techniques and equipment available. Our hospital culture supports one another, encourages learning and mentoring, embraces challenges, and fosters moments of laughter. We also have a pizza fund and enjoy sharing snacks. Both full-time and part-time positions are available, specifically for swing shift hours on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. We offer opportunities for growth through virtual and hands-on training and continuing development.

Requirements

A Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license required
1+ year professional experience preferred but not required
Students actively enrolled in an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology program that are nearing graduation or that have recently graduated will also be considered
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
The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting

Nice To Haves

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises
May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases

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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Personal Pet Discounts
Holiday Pay
Uniform Allowance
Bonuses