Licensed Veterinary Technician

Companion Animal Hospital; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Employee discount

CE

Uniform allowance

Work-life balance

4-5 day work week

Job summary

Companion Animal Hospital in Springfield, VA is seeking a dedicated full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our compassionate team. You will provide exceptional animal care, assist veterinarians with procedures, and support clinical operations.

This role requires strong veterinary terminology knowledge, hands-on animal handling, lab work, and experience with anesthesia monitoring and diagnostic care. You will help educate pet owners and maintain accurate medical records.

Qualifications

• Valid license as a Veterinary Technician.
• Experience in veterinary settings with knowledge of veterinary terminology and animal anatomy.
• Hands-on experience with animal restraint, catheterization, and aseptic techniques.
• Familiarity with laboratory procedures, X-ray operation, and veterinary critical care practices.
• Assist with COHAT, such as prophylaxis, scaling/root planing, and oral surgery procedures.
• Strong understanding of animal physiology and pet care best practices.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with veterinary staff and clients.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures, including X-ray imaging.
• Perform animal restraint and handling with confidence, ensuring safety for both animals and staff.
• Conduct laboratory tests, prepare samples, and interpret results to aid in diagnosis.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments in accordance with aseptic techniques and veterinary protocols.
• Monitor anesthesia and recovery processes during surgical procedures.
• Maintain detailed medical records accurately and efficiently.
• Provide medical grooming and pet care support as needed to support client satisfaction.
• Assist with animal catheterization, wound care, and other critical veterinary procedures.
• Support pet owners by providing education on animal health, nutrition, and behavior.

Skills

Veterinary terminology

Animal anatomy

Animal handling

Laboratory procedures

X-ray operation

Aseptic techniques

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

X-ray imaging

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our compassionate veterinary team. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional animal care, assist veterinarians with medical procedures, and ensure a high standard of clinical support. This role requires a strong foundation in veterinary terminology, animal physiology, and hands‑on animal handling techniques. Experience in laboratory procedures and veterinary critical care is highly valued. The Licensed Veterinary Technician will play a vital role in delivering comprehensive pet care and supporting the health and well-being of our animal patients. Join our team to make a meaningful difference in the lives of animals and their owners by providing compassionate veterinary care supported by your technical expertise!

About Companion Animal Hospital

Companion Animal Hospital has been a part of the Springfield, VA community since 1988. Our mission is to provide our patients with the most knowledgeable and up-to-date pet health care possible, while offering our clients the best customer service.

We are open Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm. We're closed Saturday and Sunday, and on major holidays.

What We’re Looking For

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures, including X-ray imaging.
• Perform animal restraint and handling with confidence, ensuring safety for both animals and staff.
• Conduct laboratory tests, prepare samples, and interpret results to aid in diagnosis.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments in accordance with aseptic techniques and veterinary protocols.
• Monitor anesthesia and recovery processes during surgical procedures.
• Maintain detailed medical records accurately and efficiently.
• Provide medical grooming and pet care srvices as needed to support client satisfaction.
• Assist with animal catheterization, wound care, and other critical veterinary procedures.
• Support pet owners by providing education on animal health, nutrition, and behavior.

Candidates for our LVT position

• Valid license as a Veterinary Technician.
• Proven experience in veterinary settings with knowledge of veterinary terminology and animal anatomy.
• Hands-on experience with animal restraint, catheterization, and aseptic techniques.
• Familiarity with laboratory procedures, X-ray operation, and veterinary critical care practices.
• Assist with COHAT, such as prophylaxis, scaling/root planing, and oral surgery procedures.
• Strong understanding of animal physiology and pet care best practices.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with veterinary staff and clients.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Benefits

• Paid Health insurance
• PTO
• Employee discount
• CE
• Uniform allowance
• Work-life balance
• 4-5 day work week

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

$20.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience

• Licensed Veterinary Technician : 2 years (Required)

License/Certification

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (Required)

Ability to Commute

• Springfield, VA 22150 (Required)

Work Location

In person