Licensed Veterinary Technician — Impactful Care, $3k Sign-On, FT

Veterinary Practice Partners; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Caring Hands Ashburn is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. The role emphasizes collaboration with veterinarians, precise technical work, and compassionate animal handling in a busy practice.

Ideal candidates have client communication skills, experience in veterinary procedures, and a passion for pets and their families, with a strong commitment to safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

LVT certification

Animal handling

Disease states knowledge

DEA/OSHA familiarity

Job description

Caring Hands Ashburn is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. The role emphasizes collaboration with veterinarians, precise technical work, and compassionate animal handling in a busy practice.

Ideal candidates have client communication skills, experience in veterinary procedures, and a passion for pets and their families, with a strong commitment to safety and documentation.