Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Western Veterinary Partners; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Barker Animal Hospital in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team. The role supports outpatient care and procedural services, including anesthesia for surgeries and a high-volume dental program.

This Fear Free, four-doctor practice values teamwork and client education. You will split time between exam rooms, surgical caseload, and in-house diagnostics, contributing to consistent, high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Active, good-standing Virginia LVT license required.

Responsibilities

• Split time between exam room, outpatient, and surgical caseload.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery for soft tissue surgeries.
• Assist in surgery and support a high-volume dental program including full-mouth radiographs.
• Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration.
• Run in-house diagnostics and maintain medical records.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.

Skills

Fear Free handling

Exam room workflow

Surgical assistance

Venipuncture

Client communication

Medical record documentation

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Virginia

Tools

IDEXX in-house lab

Digital dental radiographs

Ultrasound support

Job description

Barker Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment — balancing exam room care, surgical support, high-volume dentistry, and client communication at a high clinical level. At Barker, there's no front vs. back divide: everyone is eager to jump in where needed, and we've built a collaborative, supportive culture since opening in 2016 that we're genuinely proud of. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring.

This is a fully Fear Free certified practice where every patient interaction is handled with care and intention — and all 4 of our DVMs are Fear Free certified to match.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Splitting time between exam room, outpatient, and surgical caseload support
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery for soft tissue surgeries, spays/neuters, and more
• Assisting in surgery and supporting a high-volume dental program, including full-mouth digital radiographs, oral charting, ultrasonic scaling, and polishing
• Performing venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration
• Running in-house diagnostics and supporting laboratory sample collection
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $27.00 – $32.00 per hour, for each hour worked
• Schedule: This is a full-time or part-time position (part-time 2–3 days/week) with a flexible 4 x 10 schedule, Monday–Friday with the possibility of rotating Saturday shifts in the future as our team grows. No on-call or emergency hours.

Full-time Benefits Package:

• Bonus package: $2,000 based on active, good-standing LVT credentials in the state of Virginia
• CE allowance: $500–$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law.

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience; training considered for the right candidate
• Active, good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license in Virginia required
• Recent graduates pending VTNE testing, or out-of-state license-holders eligible to transfer, are encouraged to apply
• Reliability and attendance are essential — a consistent, dependable presence is a must
• Excellent communication skills — the ability to communicate clearly with your team is as important as your clinical skillset
• Proficiency in the following skills is required:
  • Safe, low-stress, Fear Free patient handling and restraint
  • Outpatient care and exam room workflow management
  • Venipuncture and basic patient assessment
  • Client education and communication
  • Accurate medical record documentation and exam notes/scribing
• Skills we’re willing to help you develop:
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and digital dental radiography
  • IV catheter placement and medication administration
  • In-house laboratory diagnostics (IDEXX)
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols

Why choose Barker Animal Hospital?

Barker Animal Hospital is a Fear Free certified, 4-doctor small animal practice in Chesapeake, VA, known for high-quality dentistry, a strong surgical program, and a team culture built on unity, communication, and genuine work-life balance. Open since 2016, our 4,600 sq ft facility is fully equipped with digital radiography, digital dental X-rays, in-house IDEXX laboratory, ultrasound, laser therapy, and more — giving our technicians the tools they need to practice at the highest level.

Our team is led by an experienced Medical Director and Certified Veterinary Hospital Manager. Work-life balance isn't just something we talk about, it's something we practice every day. Located in the Hampton Roads area of Chesapeake, VA — with easy coastal access, affordable living, and a community feel — Barker is a great place to build a long-term career in veterinary medicine with a team that will genuinely invest in yours.

#SPO

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$27 - $32 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.