Licensed Veterinary Technician

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Crozet (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Pet Care Discounts

Flexible Scheduling

Career development

Job summary

Animal Wellness Center in Crozet, VA seeks a licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our compassionate, patient‑centered team. You’ll support veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, anesthesia, and nursing care while educating clients and ensuring best practices.

We offer competitive hourly pay, PTO, health benefits, a 401(k) with company match, and opportunities for career development in a collaborative, supportive environment. Evening and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Current Virginia Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential or eligibility for licensure.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Strong technical nursing and patient care skills.
• Excellent communication and client education skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and self-motivated.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, collaborative team player.
• Comfortable working evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, laboratory procedures, and other technical nursing skills within your credentialed scope of practice.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide compassionate nursing care.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Safely handle and restrain dogs, cats, and exotic pets (experience with exotics is a plus).
• Process laboratory samples and maintain accurate medical records.
• Educate clients on medications, preventive care, prescription diets, wellness plans, and discharge instructions.
• Reinforce veterinarian recommendations and promote exceptional client communication.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment area, pharmacy, exam rooms, and patient wards.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical instruments and equipment.
• Collaborate with doctors, technicians, assistants, and client service representatives to provide outstanding patient care.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the hospital and patient care.

Skills

Client education

Communication

Team player

Multitasking

Compassionate

Education

Virginia LVT credential

Eligibility for licensure

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Crozet, Virginia

Compensation: $19.00 - $25.00 / hour

Description

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Animal Wellness Center | Crozet, VA

At Animal Wellness Center, we're passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care while fostering meaningful relationships with the pets and families we serve. Our collaborative team combines traditional veterinary medicine with integrative therapies to provide exceptional care for dogs, cats, birds, and exotic pets in a supportive, patient-centered environment.

We're looking for a compassionate and skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our growing team. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical skills, expand your knowledge in advanced medicine, or grow into future leadership opportunities, you'll find a team that is invested in your success.

Here is What Your day May Consist of:

As a Licensed Veterinary Technician, you'll play an integral role in delivering exceptional patient care while supporting our veterinarians, clients, and fellow team members.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, laboratory procedures, and other technical nursing skills within your credentialed scope of practice
• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide compassionate nursing care
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Safely handle and restrain dogs, cats, and exotic pets (experience with exotics is a plus)
• Process laboratory samples and maintain accurate medical records
• Educate clients on medications, preventive care, prescription diets, wellness plans, and discharge instructions
• Reinforce veterinarian recommendations and promote exceptional client communication
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment area, pharmacy, exam rooms, and patient wards
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical instruments and equipment
• Collaborate with doctors, technicians, assistants, and client service representatives to provide outstanding patient care
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the hospital and patient care

This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Duties may change based on hospital needs.

Here is What You Will Bring to the Position:

• Current Virginia Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential or eligibility for licensure
• Previous veterinary experience preferred
• Strong technical nursing and patient care skills
• Excellent communication and client education skills
• Compassionate, dependable, and self-motivated
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, collaborative team player
• Comfortable working evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance when necessary

Here is What We Will Offer You:

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Flexible Scheduling
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative team culture