ER LVT: Fast-Paced Vet Tech with Sign-On Bonus

Innovetive Petcare; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Competitive pay with shift differentia

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with employer match

PTO and holidays

CE allowance and license fees

VTS specialization support

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a licensed veterinary technician (LVT) for daytime ER coverage. This full-time role offers a 12-hour, three-shift week, emergency-focused schedule with opportunities for cross-training in specialties.

You must hold a Virginia LVT license and have 2+ years in emergency or critical care. Competitive pay, sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Active Virginia LVT license in good standing.
• Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology.
• 2+ years in emergency or critical care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced veterinary nursing, including restraint, postoperative care, catheter placement, wound management, and bandaging.
• Assist veterinarians in emergency procedures, anesthesia, surgical prep, monitoring, and recovery care.
• Provide support such as CPR, fluid therapy, oxygen administration, and blood transfusions.
• Conduct diagnostic and lab testing: hematology, cytology, urinalysis, microbiology, and serology.
• Operate diagnostic equipment: blood pressure monitors, ECG, pulse oximetry, and imaging systems.
• Triage patients and accurately document condition and treatment.
• Educate clients on care, treatments, and follow-up needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized ER environment.
• Collaborate with a supportive veterinary team that values communication and teamwork

Skills

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

Education

AAS in Vet Tech

Virginia LVT license

2+ years emergency/critical care

Job description

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a licensed veterinary technician (LVT) for daytime ER coverage. This full-time role offers a 12-hour, three-shift week, emergency-focused schedule with opportunities for cross-training in specialties.

You must hold a Virginia LVT license and have 2+ years in emergency or critical care. Competitive pay, sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and benefits are included.