General information

City: Virginia Beach

State: Virginia

Hospital Name: Princess Anne Veterinary Hospital

Job Type: Veterinary Technician

Description & Requirements

WHO WE NEED

You are a credentialed veterinary technician. You are passionate and motivated. You value learning and are a team player that is honest and respectful to your peers. You love what you do. You love working with animals and people. You are comfortable adapting to new scenarios, willing to learn new techniques, and think outside the box. You have excellent interpersonal capabilities across a diverse group. You’re happy to pitch in wherever and whenever you are needed, with a positive attitude. You demonstrate the ability to accomplish assigned tasks for all areas involved, knowing when to ask for assistance. You display excellent communication skills with your peers, customers, and team.

 

QUALIFICATIONS


- Certification as a veterinary technician (CVT) or licensed veterinary technician (LVT) is required

DUTIES

  • Treat each patient and customer with the highest level of compassion & care.
  • Perform basic to intermediate nursing care tasks, patient monitoring, and treatments.
  • Use understanding of common diseases and conditions, physical assessment, and monitoring parameters to accurately triage incoming patients.
  • Administer subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications and understand potential adverse effects of medications.
  • Set-up, monitor, and administer intravenous fluid therapy including constant rate infusions.
  • Contribute to incoming outpatient care and ongoing inpatient care.
  • Participate in giving and receiving patient rounds to ensure continuity of care.
  • Collect samples and perform diagnostic tests including in-house and diagnostic imaging.
  • Administer, monitor, and maintain patients under general anesthesia with or without mechanical ventilation for patients with varied levels of risk.
  • Perform animal handling and restraint during examinations and procedures.

 

This position requires a compassionate individual who is dedicated to providing high-quality care to animals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in veterinary medicine and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Veterinary technicians play a crucial role in supporting veterinarians in their daily tasks, ensuring the well-being of animals under their care.

If you are passionate about working with animals and have the necessary qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume detailing your experience along with your scheduling availability and why you are interested in this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour (Dependant on skill set and prior experience)

Expected hours: 33 – 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k) 
  • Quarterly Team Outings
  • Continuing Education Allowance
  • License renewals paid
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
  • Uniform allowance
  • Generous PTO Package
  • Employee Pet Discounts

Healthcare setting:Schedule:

  • Flexible schedules
  • Rotating 1/2 days Saturdays (7:30am to 1:30pm)
  • Closed Sundays
  • 1 Hour lunch break on 7.5+ hour shifts