License Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary TechnicianLocated in Northern Virginia, our hospitals are under the same private and actively involved ownership since 1974. Our focus has always been on providing excellent veterinary care to our patients coupled with the highest standard of customer service for our clients.Our MissionOur mission is to offer World-Class veterinary care. In everything we do, we believe in innovation. We believe in advancing the standard of what is possible within veterinary care. You will find innovation in the way we teach and educate, it's at the core of who we are. Whether it's for our team, in cultivation professional growth, or for our clients, here we empower through knowledge.This OpportunityThe Licensed Veterinary Technician will coordinate with our DVMs to ensure world class animal care during appointments, surgeries, and all aspects of treatment procedures. They will collaborate with support staff to ensure patient and client needs and expectations are met. The LVT should enjoy working with a diverse group of people and animals while maintaining professionalism and flexibility in the face of varying expectations from clients and co-workers. Technicians must share a firm belief in the quality of care we provide and communicate this sense of assurance to clients. The LVT contributes to the overall success of the business by performing their duties with our core values: compassion, communication, collaboration, and (exceptional) client service.Location: Fairfax and Annandale, VAYou and Your CareerIf you are a problem-solver, collaborator, and doer, and have a passion for Veterinary Medicine we are interested in hearing from you. We are a learning organization and provide growth opportunities from the start. We pride ourselves on giving you the freedom, resources, and guidance to chart a fulfilling career!Reporting and Supervision: This position reports to Practice ManagerPrimary Duties and ResponsibilitiesSurgery preparation, with pre- and post- operative careAdministering anesthesia and patient monitoringDental cleanings and dental proceduresHospitalized & triage emergency patient nursing, and laboratory testing.Assisting veterinarians with animal care during appointments, surgeries, and all aspects of Treatment proceduresCommunicating clearly with the doctors, support staff, and clientsSupporting the team with maintaining inventory and medical recordsOther Key Job AspectsSurgery preparation, with pre- and post- operative careAdministering anesthesia and patient monitoringDental cleanings and dental proceduresHospitalized & triage emergency patient nursing, and laboratory testing.Assisting veterinarians with animal care during appointments, surgeries, and all aspects of treatment proceduresCommunicating clearly with the doctors, support staff, and clientsSupporting the team with maintaining inventory and medical recordsKey Competencies RequiredDetail oriented with strong organizational skills.Possess the ability to multi-task & prioritize assigned tasks alongside current/urgent needs.Compassionate, enthusiastic, reliable, and a team playerExcellent verbal & written communication skillsFlexible to work weekdays and some weekends to support hospital operations.Reliable transportation to and from workAvailability to work weekends and days leading up to and after all major holidays.Ability to lift a minimum of 20lbs; physical demands include walking, bending/kneeling, reaching, lifting, and repeated hand and arms movements.Must be at least 18 years or older.Must be licensed in the state of Virginia as a Veterinary Technician (LVT)- or with license pending!Must be authorized to work in the United States.Previous Work ExperienceJob Type: Full-time, Part-Time, SeasonalSchedule/AvailabilityFull time employees are scheduled to work 12 hours shifts: averaging 36 to 48 hours per week.Part time employees are scheduled 4-to-8-hour shifts, averaging less than 30 hours per week.Town and Country Animal Hospital:Full Time Availability between 6:00am to 9:00pm Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 5:00pm SaturdaysBenefitsCompetitive hourly rate starting at $32/hour for new gradsGenerous Signing bonusesMedical insurance: health, dental, vision, life, and disability401(k) retirement savings planPaid time off- vacation and sick leaveHousing AssistanceFree Mental Health ServicesMonetary support for licensing fees and continued educationFlexible scheduling available, weekday and weekends