Licensed Veterinary Technician — Expert Patient Care

VetEvolve; Forest (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Lake Forest Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team in Virginia. The role focuses on providing high-quality nursing care, assisting veterinarians in exams, diagnostics, and surgeries, and performing laboratory and imaging duties.

Ideal candidates provide compassionate client education, maintain accurate medical records, and ensure safety in a fast-paced hospital. Flexible schedule and comprehensive benefits support career growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician credential required.
• Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, CRI management, medication administration, feeding tube placement, and ongoing monitoring.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures, providing proper restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring.
• Perform laboratory diagnostics including urinalysis, hematology, fecals, and cytology; accurately document, interpret, and communicate results as appropriate.
• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, including radiology and ultrasound systems, in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed, maintaining strict compliance with DEA, OSHA, and hospital regulations.
• Maintain accurate daily controlled drug logs and ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of controlled substances.
• Create, review, and enter treatment plans accurately in the medical record system.
• Support hospital operations through accurate medical recordkeeping, charge entry, and chart auditing.
• Provide compassionate, clear client education related to preventative care, treatment plans, medications, products, and nutritional recommendations.
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and surgical areas, ensuring sterile conditions for medical and surgical procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and assist with ordering medical supplies as needed.
• Promote a positive and professional workplace culture through effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration across departments.
• Performadditionalduties as assigned based on hospital needs.
• Ensure all duties are performedin accordance withstate practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Venipuncture

Laboratory procedures

Radiology

Dentistry

Client education

Communication

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

Practice management software

Microsoft Office

Radiology equipment

Ultrasound

Job description

Lake Forest Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team in Virginia. The role focuses on providing high-quality nursing care, assisting veterinarians in exams, diagnostics, and surgeries, and performing laboratory and imaging duties.

Ideal candidates provide compassionate client education, maintain accurate medical records, and ensure safety in a fast-paced hospital. Flexible schedule and comprehensive benefits support career growth and teamwork.