Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital - Licensed Veterinary Technician

Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital in Virginia Beach is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to lead the medical support team and ensure high-quality patient care. The role combines advanced technical work with mentorship, safety, and compliance across clinical areas.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, assisting veterinarians during exams and procedures, managing anesthesia, dentistry, and diagnostics, and maintaining accurate medical records with strong client communication.

Qualifications

• Licensed/Certified/Registered Veterinary Technician credential required.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical veterinary experience.
• Prior leadership or mentorship experience preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, dentistry, laboratory procedures, and radiology.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching, mentorship, and training to technicians and assistants to promote skill growth and engagement.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and mentoring new team members.
• Partner with leadership to schedule staff based on case load and skills.
• Serve as a clinical resource for best practices in patient care and client communication.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgeries with proper restraint and monitoring.
• Perform advanced procedures including venipuncture, intubation, anesthesia induction and monitoring, dental prophylaxis, and lab diagnostics.
• Administer medications and vaccines per veterinarian instructions following DEA and OSHA regulations.
• Operate radiology and ultrasound systems with safety and quality control protocols.
• Maintain medical records, charge capture, and client education documentation.
• Oversee inventory control, ordering, and vendor relations with the Practice Manager.
• Identify workflow improvements to enhance efficiency and client experience.
• Contribute to hospital policy implementation to maintain quality standards.
• Lead by example in a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment.
• Provide patient care and client education on treatment plans and preventative care.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Anesthesia monitoring

Dentistry

Laboratory procedures

Radiology

Client communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician credential

High school diploma

Tools

Practice management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital - Licensed Veterinary Technician

Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital is a busy multi-doctor general practice in Virginia Beach, Virginia. We have a strong focus on maintaining exceptional client communication, patient care and medical protocol standards, and visiting specialists provide echocardiogram and advanced ultrasound services. Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital also has a Emergency Practice sister hospital located just 20 minutes away open 24/7!

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Compensation: $26-30/hour, commensurate with licensure and experience

Position Summary:

The Licensed Veterinary Technician plays a key leadership role in supporting veterinarians and the medical support team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate patient care. This position provides advanced technicalexpertisewhile also mentoring and developing team members, ensuring consistency in medical standards, safety protocols, and operational efficiency.

PrimaryResponsibilities:

• Provide coaching, mentorship, and training to veterinary technicians and assistants to promote skill growth, efficiency, and engagement.
• Assistwith hiring, onboarding, training, and mentoring new team members.
• Partner with leadership to schedule staff appropriately based on case load and skills.
• Serve as a clinical resource and role model for best practices in patient care, anesthesia monitoring, and client communication.
• Assistveterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures, ensuring proper restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring.
• Perform advanced technical procedures including venipuncture, intubation, anesthesia induction and monitoring, dental prophylaxis, and laboratory diagnostics.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatmentsas prescribed bythe veterinarian, following all DEA and OSHA regulations.
• Operate andmaintaindiagnostic equipment such as radiology and ultrasound systems, adhering to safety and quality control protocols.
• Supportaccurateand thorough medical recordkeeping, charge capture, and client education documentation.
• Partner with the Practice Manager to oversee inventory control, ordering, and vendor relations.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and ensure readiness for medical and surgical use.
• Identifyworkflow improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and client experience.
• Assistwith implementing hospital policies and procedures tomaintaincompliance and quality standards.
• Lead by example inmaintaininga clean, organized, and safe hospital environment.
• Provide compassionate and professional client educationregardingtreatment plans, preventative care, medications, and products.
• Model effective communication and problem-solving when handling client questions or concerns.
• Foster trust and collaboration among clients, doctors, and the care team to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in staff meetings, hospital initiatives, and continuing education opportunities.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and inclusive culture aligned with hospital andVetEvolve values.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support hospital operations and patient care.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed/Certified/Registered Veterinary Technician credential required.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical veterinary experience.
• Prior leadership or mentorship experience preferred.
• Demonstratedproficiencyin anesthesia monitoring, dentistry, laboratory procedures, and radiology.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to use practice management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and motivate team members whilemaintainingprofessionalism and accountability.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced setting whilemaintainingaccuracy and attention to detail.
• Compassionate and committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service.
• Comfortable working with exposure to cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 150 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Hours:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations

Compensation and Benefits:

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible toparticipatein our401(k) retirementplan. Other benefits include paid time off, paidholidaysand access to employeeassistanceprogram.

As set forth in Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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As set forth in Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

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