ER LVT Veterinary Technician — Sign-On & Relocation

XPrep Learning Solutions LLC; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Tuition reimbursement for accredited V

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Continuing education allowance + paid 

Job summary

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our ER/ICU team. This is a full-time role focusing on emergency medicine with a swing schedule (11am–11pm) and opportunities to cross-train in specialty services.

The ideal candidate has an AAS in Veterinary Technology, a Virginia LVT license, and 2+ years in emergency veterinary medicine.

Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology from an accredited program.
• Active Virginia Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license in good standing.
• 2+ years in emergency veterinary medicine (new grads welcome with strong interest in ER).

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 emergency care 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

Communication

Teamwork

Lifting 40+ lbs

Emergency triage

Patient care

Diagnostic procedures

Client education

Education

AAS in Veterinary Technology

Virginia LVT license

Job description

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our ER/ICU team. This is a full-time role focusing on emergency medicine with a swing schedule (11am–11pm) and opportunities to cross-train in specialty services.

The ideal candidate has an AAS in Veterinary Technology, a Virginia LVT license, and 2+ years in emergency veterinary medicine.