Specialty Floater Veterinary Technician

VSC; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Company-paid life, AD&D, and short‑/to

Short-term disability insurance

Continuing education allowance

License fee reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Employee referral program

Pet care discounts

Pet diagnostics discounts

Pet food discounts

Job summary

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners’ Veterinary Surgical Center in Vienna, VA seeks a compassionate Veterinary Technician to work with boarded surgeons, residents, and a neurologist. The role involves anesthesia monitoring, in-hospital procedures, client education, and detailed records.

Enjoy a collaborative environment with strong learning opportunities, CE support, and a sign-on incentive of up to $3,000. Candidates must hold Virginia LVT/RVT licensure and have experience in specialty medicine.

Qualifications

• Active LVT or RVT license in Virginia (or eligibility for transfer).
• Experience in specialty veterinary medicine and/or small animal anesthesia; CVT/RVT/LVT certification required.
• VTS (Anesthesia or Surgery) members are highly encouraged to apply.
• Licensed/certified candidates with less experience but strong interest in anesthesia welcomed.
• Strong knowledge of canine anatomy and rehabilitation practices.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families.
• Conduct physical assessments and document findings accurately.
• Assist in medical surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and fluid administration.
• Perform all in-hospital laboratory procedures and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Maintain and prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and specialty equipment.
• Educate clients on home care and follow-up procedures.
• Prepare treatment estimates and discuss financial commitments with clients.
• Ensure proper inventory management and communicate supply needs.
• Maintain detailed and compliant medical records.

Skills

communication skills

anesthesia knowledge

canine anatomy

rehabilitation practices

teamwork

Education

Virginia LVT/RVT license

CVT/RVT/LVT certification

VTS in Anesthesia or Surgery encouraged

Job description

Veterinary Surgical Center in Vienna is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Technician to our team at our Vienna location. This role will work primarily with our boarded surgeons and residents in our surgery service, but will also have the opportunity to work with our boarded neurologist and their team.

At VSC, we are committed to providing world-class orthopedic and soft tissue surgery in a respectful environment that brings comfort to owners and instills confidence in primary care veterinarians. Each of our clinics shares a facility with other specialty practices, allowing for direct daily collaboration with specialists. This collaborative approach to medicine allows for the highest quality of patient care as well as opportunities for continuous learning.

Specialty Float Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Surgical Center and Rehabilitation at Hope Advanced Veterinary Center in Vienna, VA

Eligible for up to a $3,000 sign-on incentive bonus

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families
• Conduct physical assessments and document findings accurately
• Assist in medical surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and fluid administration
• Performing all laboratory in-hospital procedures and to prepare specimens for outside laboratories
• Maintain and prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and specialty equipment
• Educate clients on home care and follow-up procedures
• Prepare treatment estimates and discuss financial commitments with clients
• Ensure proper inventory management and communicate supply needs
• Maintain detailed and compliant medical records

BENEFITS

We’re passionate about helping you reach your greatest potential – both at work and at home:

• Competitive compensation and insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match after 6 months
• Generous paid time off and bonding leave
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
• Continuing education allowance and license fee reimbursement
• Employee referral program and uniform allowance

Plus, special benefits to utilize for your own pet:

• Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
• Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing
• Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods

REQUIREMENTS

• Active LVT or RVT license in Virginia (or eligibility for transfer)
• Experience in specialty veterinary medicine and/or small animal anesthesia, as well as certification (CVT, RVT, LVT) is required
• VTS (Anesthesia or Surgery) members are HIGHLY encouraged to apply
• We are willing to consider licensed or certified candidates with less experience who have a strong desire to advance their knowledge and practice of anesthesia
• Strong knowledge of canine anatomy and rehabilitation practices
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions.

Employment will require the successful completion of references and a background check.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

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