Licensed Veterinary Technician - The Regional Veterinary Referral Center

Vetreferralcenter; Springfield (VA); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 48.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

401(k)

Pet discounts

Calm app

CE stipend

Career development

Grant Circle

National resources

Resumo da vaga

PetVet Care Centers’ The Regional Veterinary Referral Center in Springfield, VA is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our emergency and referral team. Earn a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on experience and provide high-quality patient care 24/7.

The role includes triage, diagnostics, anesthesia support, nursing care, and detailed medical records, within a nationally supported hospital network.

Qualificações

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS).
• Strong basic technician skills (IVC placement and maintenance, phlebotomy, radiology, in-house lab work) and clear client communication.
• Comfortable with hospitalized and potentially critical patients.

Responsabilidades

• Determine animal requirements by examinations and interviews, review care plans, and perform diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, and wound care.
• Assist with examinations and surgeries by preparing supplies and restraining patients as directed.
• Maintain medical records and ensure proper documentation of treatments and changes.
• Communicate with pet owners about patient status as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment, inventory, and a clean, safe hospital environment.

Conhecimentos

Licensed Technician skills

Phlebotomy

Radiology

In-house lab work

Client & doctor communication

Formação

High school diploma or GED

LVT or VTS certification

Ferramentas

RECOVER Certification

Fear Free Certification

Descrição da vaga

Licensed Veterinary Technician - The Regional Veterinary Referral Center

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician!

PetVet Care Centers' The Regional Veterinary Referral Center is currently seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Licensed Veterinary Technicianwho supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

When a primary care veterinarian is unavailable and a pet's life is on the line, the Regional Veterinary Referral Center in Springfield, VA is where Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland families turn. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week since 1985, the emergency and critical care team is specially trained in triage and emergency medicine, supported by one of only a few facilities in the Mid-Atlantic region to offer on-site MRI and CT scan capabilities. Backed by ten specialty departments and board-certified specialists across oncology, surgery, internal medicine, neurology, dermatology, cardiology, and rehabilitation, the emergency team has the full depth of the hospital's expertise behind them on every critical case.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work with a growing team with supportive management.

When a primary care veterinarian is unavailable and a pet's life is on the line, the Regional Veterinary Referral Center in Springfield, VA is where Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland families turn. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week since 1985, the emergency and critical care team is specially trained in triage and emergency medicine, supported by one of only a few facilities in the Mid-Atlantic region to offer on-site MRI and CT scan capabilities. Backed by ten specialty departments and board-certified specialists across oncology, surgery, internal medicine, neurology, dermatology, cardiology, and rehabilitation, the emergency team has the full depth of the hospital's expertise behind them on every critical case.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work with a growing team with supportive management.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• High school diploma or GED.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS)
• Strong basic technician skills (IVC placement and maintenance, phlebotomy, radiology, process in-house lab work, clear and concise communication with clients and doctors/staff).
• Comfortable with managing hospitalized and potentially critical patients

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• 2+ years' experience in an emergency room setting
• RECOVER Certification, Fear Free Certification

Schedule:

• Day shift and overnight positions available!
  
• Day shift as 3 days per week 7AM-7:30PM
• Overnight as 3 days per week 7PM-7:30AM

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$24.75 — $35.20 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to aCulture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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