Registered Veterinary Technician

Livewell Animal Hospital, LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 38,572 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus of $2000

Opportunities for professional growth and education

Job summary

A veterinary hospital in Washington, DC is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join a dedicated team. Responsibilities include client communication, performing laboratory procedures, and assisting in surgeries. Candidates must have a Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure and an Associates degree in Veterinary Technology. Offering a pay range of $28-$35+ per hour with a $2000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Must have Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure or must be able to transfer credentials.
• Associates degree in Veterinary Technology is required.
• Experience with diagnostic imaging and nursing skills is essential.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients and obtain medical histories.
• Perform laboratory procedures such as hematology and urinalysis.
• Administer medications and monitor anesthesia during surgeries.
• Assist in diagnostic imaging and ensure safety protocols.

Skills

Professional client communication

Diagnostic imaging skills

Nursing skills

Dental prophylaxis

Education

Associates degree in Veterinary Technology

Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure

Job description

Livewell Animal Hospital of Shaw invites you to join a dedicated group focused on delivering exceptional medical outcomes while fostering a truly supportive workplace. The community of Washington, DC, trusts us deeply, reflected in our exceptional 4.8-star Google rating. When you join us, you are joining a mission to practice the highest level of veterinary medicine in a place where you are encouraged to succeed and deliver your best work every day. This is your opportunity to build a lasting professional home in the heart of the nation’s capital.As a teammate here, you benefit from being part of a larger network built specifically to support your career growth. We understand that achieving your goals—whether that means becoming a credentialed technician, moving into leadership, or simply perfecting your clinical skill set—requires investment. You will find that our commitment to education and mentorship is comprehensive, offering structured programs designed to help all teammates grow professionally. We are dedicated to providing the stability and resources you need to achieve your long‑term career aspirations.Even without specific service details, we assure you that the quality of medicine practiced at Livewell Animal Hospital is cutting‑edge and comprehensive. Our veterinarians have access to robust internal specialty consultation channels, ensuring that complex cases receive expert input without delay. We focus on providing high‑quality preventative and diagnostic care, supported by the latest industry standards. We give you the resources and freedom necessary to make sophisticated medical decisions, allowing you to focus purely on patient outcomes.Working in Washington, DC, places you in a vibrant, globally significant urban environment. The Shaw neighborhood itself is known for its historic architecture, thriving arts scene, and diverse culinary offerings, providing endless opportunities for enrichment outside of the hospital. You will be practicing medicine in one of the most exciting and dynamic cities in the world, benefiting from excellent transit links, world‑class cultural institutions, and a community deeply invested in the health of its pets.

Registered Veterinary Technician Responsibilties

• Professional client communication and education obtaining medical histories and symptoms
• Laboratory procedures including but not limited to: hematology, cytology, urinalysis, microbiology, blood chemistry, and fecals
• Diagnostic imaging and implementing safety protocols of fellow staff members
• Nursing skills including: restraining patients, administering medications PO/IV/SUBQ/IM, applying and maintaining bandages, proficient IV catheter placement and venipuncture, surgery prep, anaesthesia monitoring
• Proficient in dental prophylaxis

Registered Veterinary Technician Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) or the ability to transfer credentials from state to state. (SVP will pay for a transfer / additional state licensing for DC if applicable).
• Associates degree in Veterinary Technology
• Pay range of $28-$35+/hour
• $2000 Sign-On Bonus