Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Bon Air Animal Hospital; Richmond (VA); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

401(k) with employer match

PTO

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

License fees covered

CE allowance

Professional dues

VTS opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Bon Air Animal Hospital in Richmond, VA is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing team. You will provide high-quality patient care, support veterinarians, and help clients.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, PTO and paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, license fees and professional dues, generous CE allowance, and potential pursuit of additional credentials such as VTS.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an AVMA‑accredited Veterinary Technology program.
• Current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license.
• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital or clinical setting.
• Strong communication and client service skills.

Responsabilidades

• Communicate effectively with clients, veterinarians, and the veterinary team.
• Provide compassionate client education and support.
• Safely handle and restrain patients.
• Obtain patient vitals and medical histories.
• Perform venipuncture and placing intravenous catheters.
• Administer medications via PO, SQ, IM, and IV routes.
• Assist with surgical procedures and monitor patients under anesthesia.
• Perform laboratory testing and assist with diagnostic procedures.

Conocimientos

Strong communication

Client service

Patient handling

Technical skills

Team collaboration

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

AVMA‑accredited Veterinary Technology program

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license

Descripción del empleo

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Richmond, Virginia

Compensation: $22.00 - $30.00 / hour

Description

Bon Air Animal Hospital | Richmond, VA

Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) looking for a rewarding career where you can use your skills, grow professionally, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families?

Bon Air Animal Hospital in Richmond, VA is looking for an experienced, compassionate, and skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing team. If you are passionate about high-quality veterinary medicine, enjoy working as part of a collaborative team, and want a hospital where you can truly plant roots and build your career, we would love to meet you!

Bon Air Animal Hospital is a multi-faceted veterinary care facility in Richmond, Virginia, providing high-quality medical and surgical care for dogs, cats, pigs, and chickens.

Our focus is simple: being a place of comfort for our clients and their pets, in sickness and in health.

We are guided by our core values:

• Teamwork
• Compassion
• Integrity
• Hard Work
• Servant's Heart
• Honesty
• Have Fun!

Our team is passionate about the impact we make every day and truly cares about enhancing the quality of life for our patients. We believe excellent patient care starts with an exceptional team, which is why we prioritize training, professional development, and creating an environment where veterinary professionals can thrive.

At Bon Air Animal Hospital, you will have the opportunity to fully utilize your veterinary technician skills while continuing to learn and grow.

What You’ll Do

As a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), you will play an important role in providing exceptional patient care and supporting our veterinarians and veterinary team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Communicating effectively with clients, veterinarians, and the veterinary team
• Providing compassionate client education and support
• Safely handling and restraining patients
• Obtaining patient vitals and medical histories
• Performing venipuncture and placing intravenous catheters
• Administering medications via PO, SQ, IM, and IV routes
• Preparing patients for procedures and surgery
• Assisting with surgical procedures
• Monitoring patients under anesthesia
• Performing laboratory testing
• Assisting with digital radiography and other diagnostic procedures
• Providing high-quality patient care throughout the veterinary visit
• Maintaining accurate medical records and following hospital protocols

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician who is compassionate, dependable, team-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional patient care.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital or clinical veterinary setting
• Completion of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program
• Current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Comfortable working collaboratively with veterinarians and veterinary support staff
• Excellent patient handling and technical skills
• A genuine passion for veterinary medicine and improving the lives of pets and their families

What We Offer

At Bon Air Animal Hospital, we believe in investing in our people and providing opportunities for long-term career growth.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement for an accredited Veterinary Technology program
• Training and career development opportunities
• Paid license fees and professional dues
• Generous continuing education (CE) allowance
• Paid VTS specialization opportunities

Our Services

Our veterinary team provides a wide range of services designed to support pets throughout every stage of life, including:

• Preventive and wellness care
• Diagnostic medicine
• Dentistry
• Geriatric care
• Nutritional counselingPain management
• Soft tissue surgery
• Orthopedic surgery
• Anesthesia and patient monitoring
• Diagnostic imaging
• Laboratory services

Our Equipment

Our hospital is equipped with modern veterinary technology, including:

• Digital radiography
• Ultrasound
• EKG
• CO₂ laser
• In-house laboratory
• In-house pharmacy

This technology, combined with a talented and compassionate team, allows us to provide comprehensive veterinary care while giving our veterinary technicians the opportunity to practice and develop a broad range of technical skills.

Build Your Veterinary Technician Career With Us

If you are an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician in Richmond, VA looking for a hospital where your skills are valued and your career development is supported, Bon Air Animal Hospital may be the place for you.

Whether you are passionate about anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, diagnostic medicine, patient care, or client education, you'll have opportunities to make an impact while continuing to grow as a veterinary professional.