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Spotsylvania Animal Hospital - Licensed Veterinary Technician

VetEvolveSpotsylvania🇺🇸United States

Quick overview

Salary$27 - $32/hr
SeniorityMid Senior
Work modeHybrid
LocationSpotsylvania, United States
Patient CareTriage

Job description

Who is VetEvolve?

VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams.

Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.

Spotsylvania Animal Hospital is looking for a full or part time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their team. At SAH we strive to foster a positive, welcoming culture that feels like family.


Job Description:
The veterinary technician is the primary support to veterinarians and patients. The veterinary technician must be able to pay attention to detail, respond quickly and calmly to crises, and maintain very high standards of patient care. In addition, the veterinary technician must be able to communicate well with clients, showing care and concern for their pets.
General Job Tasks / Essential Functions:
  • Take and document history of presenting complaints, medications the pet is on, and any other information regarding factors contributing to the pet's health status.
  • Perform initial triage/assessment of patients upon arrival as needed for emergencies.
  • Perform in house lab procedures including, but not limited to, urinalysis, bloodwork, cytology, ear mite microscopic exam, skin scrapings, felv/ fiv/hw tests, fecal and blood smear.
  • Place IV catheters and perform routine venipuncture for injections and blood draws.
  • Administer medications through oral and injectable routes as ordered by DVM.
  • Create estimates as needed for routine procedures and treatments.
  • Supervise and direct assistants, oversee restraint procedures, and explain expected outcomes.
  • Maintain Controlled Substance records for medication administered or dispensed through your shift.
  • Communicate openly and respectfully with fellow co-workers.
  • Lead and direct others in a professional and kind manner.

Surgical Tasks / Essential Functions:

  • Administer pre-surgical and post surgical medications per Dr. instruction.
  • Administer and monitor anesthesia in accordance with state regulations.
  • Perform routine dental cleanings, extractions, and gingival suturing in accordance with state regulations.

This Position Offers:
  • $27-32/hour
  • $2,500 sign-on bonus
  • Full or part time options
  • $500 in CE allowance
  • Health insurance

If you are interested in this position, please apply here or reach out to Practice Manager Margarett Washington at washington@spotsylvaniavets.com.

Ready to Learn More?

We look forward to learning about your unique priorities and goals and working together with our local hospital teams to support you.

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