Veterinary Technician

Caring Hands Animal Hospital • Ashburn, VA

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About The Position

Caring Hands Ashburn is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and exceptional service to clients. The ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, and is passionate about improving the lives of pets and their owners. This position averages 32–40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between 7:30 AM and 8:00 PM, with no weekends. The hourly salary is $25.00–$40.00, depending on skills and experience, and the position offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

Caring Hands describes its veterinary care as transparent, personalized, and rooted in trust. The organization emphasizes compassion, integrity, reliability, teamwork, community, and an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity.

Requirements

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledge of common disease states and ability to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, examinations, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely and compassionately handle and restrain animals.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including providing care instructions and status updates.
• Perform technical duties such as laboratory work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Keep examination rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan
• Professional development opportunities
• $3,000 sign-on bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed