Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

Caring Hands Clarendon is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and exceptional service to clients. The role supports veterinarians with examinations, surgery, anesthesia, recovery, laboratory work, radiographs, injections, IV catheter placement, medical records, and medication dispensing. The ideal candidate has animal-care and client-communication experience, is comfortable with veterinary procedures, and is passionate about improving the lives of pets and their owners.

This position averages 32–40 hours per week. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM–8:00 PM, and Saturdays, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Pay is $25.00–$45.00 per hour, depending on experience and skill, with a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

Caring Hands Animal Hospitals are described as large, well-equipped, AAHA-accredited facilities with convenient hours six days a week and an open-door policy. Their full-service hospitals provide computerized patient records, digital radiography, and in-house laboratory services. The organization is dedicated to a culture that celebrates diversity and supports inclusive service in the community.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, examinations, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• 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 exam 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
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed