Feline Veterinary Technician (LVT) — Surgery & Care

Just Cats Clinic; Reston, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Generous paid time off

CE allowance and licensing fee reimbes

Employee discounts on services

Job summary

Just Cats Clinic seeks an enthusiastic Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our feline-focused care team in Reston, VA. You will work with doctors, clients, and patients to conduct wellness visits, diagnostics, ultrasounds, sedated exams, dental cleanings, and surgeries.

The role emphasizes collaboration, reliability, and punctuality, with full-time 40 hours/week. Shifts are 8:00 AM–4:00 PM or 12:00 PM–8:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend rotation.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician in Virginia (LVT/RVT/CVT).
• Strong multitasking, organizational and client-facing communication.
• Experience with Fear Free handling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during outpatient appointments, sedated procedures, soft-tissue surgeries, and hospitalization.
• Triage urgent arrivals and monitor hospitalized patients.
• Place IV catheters, venipuncture, cystocentesis, blood pressure monitoring, and injections.
• Monitor anesthesia during dental cleanings and surgeries; take dental radiographs.
• Maintain sterilization, instrument prep, and operatory cleanliness.
• Provide compassionate client education regarding post-operative care and plans.

Skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Client-facing communication

Fear Free handling

Education

Virginia LVT license

Job description

Just Cats Clinic seeks an enthusiastic Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our feline-focused care team in Reston, VA. You will work with doctors, clients, and patients to conduct wellness visits, diagnostics, ultrasounds, sedated exams, dental cleanings, and surgeries.

The role emphasizes collaboration, reliability, and punctuality, with full-time 40 hours/week. Shifts are 8:00 AM–4:00 PM or 12:00 PM–8:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend rotation.