Licensed Veterinary Technician — Critical Care & Lab Support

Companion Animal Hospital; Springfield (VA); In loco; USD 28.000 - 44.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

PTO

Employee discount

CE

Uniform allowance

Work-life balance

4-5 day work week

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

Competenze

• 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.

Mansioni

• 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.

Conoscenze

Veterinary terminology

Animal anatomy

Animal handling

Laboratory procedures

X-ray operation

Aseptic techniques

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient care

Formazione

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Strumenti

X-ray imaging

Descrizione del lavoro

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.