Licensed Veterinary Technician

The role

This person will support veterinarians with outpatient care, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, anesthesia, and hospitalized patient care. They will perform technical procedures and maintain medical records in a small animal practice.

What you will do

• Supporting veterinarians with appointments, treatments, dentistry, surgery, anesthesia, recovery, and hospitalized patient care
• Performing technical procedures including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, laboratory testing, diagnostic radiographs, medication administration, and patient monitoring
• Recognizing changes in patient condition and communicating findings promptly to the veterinarian
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Communicating professionally with clients regarding patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up
• Maintaining organized, clean, and properly stocked treatment, surgical, dental, and examination areas
• Following hospital protocols and applicable safety and regulatory requirements

Required qualifications

• Hold a current Virginia Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license or be eligible for licensure in Virginia
• Demonstrate safe and appropriate handling of dogs and cats
• Have a working knowledge of common disease processes and patient monitoring
• Be able to recognize changes in patient status and communicate concerns appropriately to the veterinarian
• Have strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a clinical setting
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients and coworkers

Nice to have

• Experience with anesthesia, dentistry, radiology, laboratory procedures, venipuncture, and IV catheter placement
• Recent LVT graduates

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee discounts on veterinary care and products
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities

About the company

Lakewood Animal Hospital is a small animal veterinary practice serving Locust Grove and the surrounding communities. Their services include preventive and wellness care, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, treatment of illness and injury, and urgent care.