Senior Veterinary Technician – Anesthesia & Surgery Lead

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation/sick days

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Old Town is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician in Alexandria, VA. The team describes a busy practice under new leadership, with a strong emphasis on growth and education. The role includes anesthesia, surgery support, and diagnostics to deliver excellent patient care.

Compensation ranges from $28–$31 per hour, with leadership opportunities paying $32–$35 per hour. A $1,500 signing bonus is offered to join our AAHA-accredited practice.

Qualifications

• Credentials as CVT/RVT/LVT required or active in progress.
• Surgical experience is required for this role.
• Strong clinical skills across anesthesia, dentistry, radiology, lab work and patient assessment.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and patient assessments.
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vital signs during procedures.
• Assist in surgical preparation and operative support.
• Provide dentistry, radiology and laboratory duties as needed.
• Handle venipuncture and catheter placement.
• Deliver compassionate care to hospitalized animals.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Dentistry

Radiology

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Pharmacy

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT certification

Job description

VCA Old Town is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician in Alexandria, VA. The team describes a busy practice under new leadership, with a strong emphasis on growth and education. The role includes anesthesia, surgery support, and diagnostics to deliver excellent patient care.

Compensation ranges from $28–$31 per hour, with leadership opportunities paying $32–$35 per hour. A $1,500 signing bonus is offered to join our AAHA-accredited practice.