Licensed Veterinary Technician

Hope Springs Veterinary; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team member pet discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Hope Springs Veterinary in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to fully apply their skills daily. You will provide compassionate nursing care, perform diagnostic and preventive procedures, and support both patients and clients with accuracy and empathy.

You will assist veterinarians with exams and surgeries, collect samples, perform radiography, manage medical records, and collaborate with a caring team to ensure high standards of patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in veterinary technology required.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician certification required.
• 2 years veterinary experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate nursing care.
• Obtain laboratory samples and process results.
• Surgery preparation, anesthetic monitoring and recovery.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Under pressure

Attention to detail

Venipuncture

Assist veterinarian

Computer skills

Team oriented

Self motivated

Client experience

Education

Associate (Required)

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Are you wishing to be utilized to your full potential? Looking to find hope in a new opportunity ?

As a Licensed Veterinary Technician with Hope Springs Veterinary, we strive to maximize the knowledge and skill utilization for our Licensed Veterinary Technicians.

Our Licensed Veterinary Technicians have the opportunity to make an impact in the lives of our clients and patients daily.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate nursing care
• Obtain laboratory sample collection, process and possibly interpret results (fecal/parasite analysis, ear cytology, skin cytology, urinalysis, blood smears)
• Surgery preparation, anesthetic monitoring and recovery
• Perform dental prophies and dental digital radiography
• Perform diagnostic imaging
• Care of hospitalized patients
• Fill prescriptions and review directions with clients
• Patient restraint
• Communicate with clients regarding variety of topics
• Support other members of the team

Skills required

• Exceptional communication skills for in person and on the phone
• Able to work under pressure and potentially stressful situations while handling multiple tasks
• Attention to detail, excellent record keeping via electronic medical records
• Perform venipuncture for phlebotomy and catheter placement
• Assist veterinarian with appointments along with performing various technical based appointments (i.e. bandage change, anal gland expression)
• Computer skills
• Team-oriented and outgoing attitude
• Self motivated to achieve results and maintain high standards
• Provide outstanding experience for our clients and patients

The position may include some night and weekend hours although various schedules are available.

Benefits

• Team member pet discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance

Schedule

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Education

• Associate (Required)

Experience

• Veterinary Experience: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification

• Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)