Licensed Vet Tech — Sign-On Bonus + Benefits

Vetpracticepartners; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Caring Hands Merrifield is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients.

The successful candidate will assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and recovery, while communicating clearly with clients and maintaining meticulous medical records. A comprehensive benefits package, PTO, and a sign-on bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states; alert veterinarians to changes.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform lab 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 at all times.

Skills

Animal handling

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification

Tools

Lab work

Radiographs

Injections

IV catheter placement

Job description

Caring Hands Merrifield is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients.

The successful candidate will assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and recovery, while communicating clearly with clients and maintaining meticulous medical records. A comprehensive benefits package, PTO, and a sign-on bonus are offered.