Licensed Veterinary Technician, Urgent Care

ethosveterinaryhealth; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 74,501,000 - 83,097,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

CE Allowance + VetBloom

VTNE/licensing reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Employee pet discount

Disability & Life Insurance

Job summary

Virginia Veterinary Centers Midlothian seeks a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency team in urgent care. The full-time role features three 12-hour shifts (11a–11p) and a $1,500 sign-on bonus, with compensation of $26–$29/hour based on experience.

Grow ER/critical care skills in a high-acuity setting. We offer comprehensive benefits: medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, CE allowance with VetBloom access, VTNE/licensing reimbursement, uniform allowance, pet discounts, and disability

Qualifications

• CVT/RVT/LVT certification required.
• Emergency or critical care experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced veterinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Triage and assist in ER patient flow during shifts.
• Assist with procedures, IV catheters, fluids, and monitoring.
• Support anesthesia, monitoring, and post-anesthesia care.
• Maintain medical records and clinical documentation.
• Communicate with clients professionally and compassionately.

Skills

Emergency/critical care experience

Strong technical skills

Strong communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT certification

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician, Urgent Care

The Virginia Veterinary Centers in Midlothian, VA is hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our outstanding Emergency team!

Veterinary Technician (Urgent Care) – CVT/RVT/LVT | $26–$29/hr + $1,500 Sign-On Bonus

Location: Midlothian, VA

Full-Time | 3x12s | 11a- 11p

$26–$29/hr + $1,500 sign-on bonus

Looking for a Veterinary Technician job where you can grow your skills in emergency and critical care? Join the Virginia Veterinary Centers, an emergency veterinary hospital, where you’ll build advanced ER/CC skills working hands-on with high-acuity cases while working at the top of your license, making a real impact every shift.

Pay & Benefits for Veterinary Technicians

• $26–$29/hour (based on experience and skills)
• $1,500 sign-on bonus
• $5/hr shift differential

Full-time benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• CE Allowance + Free VetBloom (RACE-approved CE) access
• Veterinary Technician scholarship opportunities
• VTNE and/or license reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Employee pet discount
• Disability & Life Insurance

Schedule

• Three 12-hour shifts
• Weekends and holidays as needed

Veterinary Technician Responsibilities

• Facilitate and assist in Triaging of incoming patients to the ER
• Collect diagnostic samples, imaging, and non-laboratory diagnostics (BP, EKG, SPO2) for analysis while understanding normal parameter markers
• Facilitate proper procedure for collecting and submitting diagnostic samples to outside laboratories
• Obtain and perform orders from Veterinarians for outpatient treatments and hospitalizations while understanding all the steps associated with hospitalization including IV Catheter placement, fluid therapy, creating electronic treatment sheets, calculating, and administering required medications, and calculating and administering fluid bolus requirements
• Assist in placement and maintenance of intravenous catheters, nasogastric tubes, central lines, JP drains, thoracic tubes, and esophageal feeding tubes
• Assist Veterinarians in all aspects during surgical procedures from developing anesthetic protocol, administration of pre-medications and induction agents, intubation, surgical prep, maintenance and monitoring of general anesthesia
• Assist in surgical procedure as needed, recovery care of patients post anesthetic episodes, proper medical documentation of anesthesia monitoring, and understanding side effects of anesthetic agents being administered
• Understand and follow protocol when administering and documenting controlled substances administered to patients
• Calculate, create, and administer constant rate infusions such as Dopamine CRIs, Fentanyl CRIs, Lidocaine CRIs, and more
• Able to perform blood typing, crossmatches, set up for transfusions, and understanding clinical signs of transfusion related reactions
• Practice patient and empathetic client service skills when communicating with clients at all stages of their visit, such as when triaging, discharging, or providing medical updates on hospitalized patients
• Properly discharge patients by filling all required medications, ensuring patients are clean and comfortable, removing intravenous catheters, approving final invoices, and reviewing discharges with pet owners
• Understand and perform proper medical record documentation in accordance with hospital policy and the board of veterinary medical standards
• Assist Veterinary Assistants in completion of End of Shift checklists to properly prepare for your relieving teams’ success on shift, including restocking, logging controlled substances, cleaning kennels, vacuuming, and mopping
• Conduct yourself in a professional manner each shift while providing continued support to your team members, patients, and clients
• Follow proper OSHA protocols and ensure OSHA related trainings are conducted by designated timelines to ensure a safe work environment for yourself and team members

Qualifications

• Certified, Registered, or Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT)
• Emergency or critical care experience preferred
• Strong technical and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced veterinary environment

About Virginia Veterinary Centers

Virginia Veterinary Centers Midlothian has been serving the community since 2001. Our emergency department offers immediate triage and treatment for urgent situations. Our doctors have obtained intensive training in addressing life-threatening conditions and have the latest technology at their fingertips. We strongly believe that communication is one of THE MOST effective tools. With that, we stay in close contact with our patients’ primary care veterinarian and collaborate with specialists to help make the best decisions for our patients.

For more information about our hospital, please visit www.virginiaveterinarycenters.com.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.