Licensed Veterinary Technician: Surgery, Diagnostics & Care

Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA seeks a licensed veterinary technician (LVT) to join its busy practice. The LVT plays a vital role in supporting veterinarians and the medical team to deliver high-quality, compassionate patient care and client education.

The role includes nursing care for hospitalized patients, surgical preparation and recovery, diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, and maintaining medical records and inventory in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed/Certified/Registered Veterinary Technician credential required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry.
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to navigate practice management software and use Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Maintains professionalism, composure, and sound judgment in emotionally charged or high-stress situations.
• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Compassionate and committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service.
• Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, CRI management, medication administration, feeding tube placement, and ongoing monitoring.
• Prepare, monitor, and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout all phases of care.
• 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

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Licensed Veterinary Technician credential

Tools

Practice management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA seeks a licensed veterinary technician (LVT) to join its busy practice. The LVT plays a vital role in supporting veterinarians and the medical team to deliver high-quality, compassionate patient care and client education.

The role includes nursing care for hospitalized patients, surgical preparation and recovery, diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, and maintaining medical records and inventory in a fast-paced environment.