Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan for full-time employees

Job summary

Short Pump Animal Hospital in Glen Allen, VA is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and excellent service to clients.

Ideal candidates hold an LVT certification and have experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving pets' lives. Competitive benefits and a $1,000 sign-on bonus are included.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.
• Knowledge of common diseases and ability to alert veterinarians to changes.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Animal handling

Client communication

Lab techniques

Medical recordkeeping

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification

Job description

Salary: $25.00-$32.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience, $1000 sign on bonus

Short Pump Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technicianto provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect as a Licensed Vet Tech with Short Pump Animal Hospital

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees

KeyResponsibilities:

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.


• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.


• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates


• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.


• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.


• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.


• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.


• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.


• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.


• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.