Licensed Veterinary Technician — Sign-On Bonus + Benefits

Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Ashburn; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and 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. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• LVT certification required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledge of DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.
• Familiarity with common disease states and alert veterinarians to changes.

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

Animal care

Client communication

Surgical assistance

Lab work

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification

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. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees.