Licensed Veterinary Technician, Emergency
The Virginia Veterinary Centers in Midlothian, VA is hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our outstanding Emergency team!
Veterinary Technician (ER) – CVT/RVT/LVT | $29–$35/hr + $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
Location: Midlothian, VA
Full-Time | 3x12s
$29–$35/hr + shift differentials + $3,000 sign-on bonus
Looking for a Veterinary Technician job where you can grow your skills in emergency and critical care?
Join the Virginia Veterinary Centers, an emergency veterinary hospital, where you’ll build advanced ER/CC skills working hands-on with high-acuity cases while working at the top of your license, making a real impact every shift.
Pay & Benefits for Veterinary Technicians $29–$35/hour (based on experience and skills)
$3,000 sign-on bonus
$5/hr shift differential
Full-time benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k)
Paid Time Off
CE Allowance + Free VetBloom (RACE-approved CE) access
Veterinary Technician scholarship opportunities
VTNE and/or license reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Employee pet discount
Disability & Life Insurance
Schedule Three 12-hour shifts
Weekends and holidays as needed
Veterinary Technician Responsibilities Facilitate and assist in Triaging of incoming patients to the ER
Collect diagnostic samples, imaging, and non-laboratory diagnostics (BP, EKG, SPO2) for analysis while understanding normal parameter markers
Facilitate proper procedure for collecting and submitting diagnostic samples to outside laboratories
Obtain and perform orders from Veterinarians for outpatient treatments and hospitalizations while understanding all the steps associated with hospitalization including IV Catheter placement, fluid therapy, creating electronic treatment sheets, calculating, and administering required medications, and calculating and administering fluid bolus requirements
Assist in placement and maintenance of intravenous catheters, nasogastric tubes, central lines, JP drains, thoracic tubes, and esophageal feeding tubes
Assist Veterinarians in all aspects during surgical procedures from developing anesthetic protocol, administration of pre-medications and induction agents, intubation, surgical prep, maintenance and monitoring of general anesthesia
Assist in surgical procedure as needed, recovery care of patients post anesthetic episodes, proper medical documentation of anesthesia monitoring, and understanding side effects of anesthetic agents being administered
Understand and follow protocol when administering and documenting controlled substances administered to patients
Calculate, create, and administer constant rate infusions such as Dopamine CRIs, Fentanyl CRIs, Lidocaine CRIs, and more
Able to perform blood typing, crossmatches, set up for transfusions, and understanding clinical signs of transfusion related reactions
Practice patient and empathetic client service skills when communicating with clients at all stages of their visit, such as when triaging, discharging, or providing medical updates on hospitalized patients
Properly discharge patients by filling all required medications, ensuring patients are clean and comfortable, removing intravenous catheters, approving final invoices, and reviewing discharges with pet owners
Understand and perform proper medical record documentation in accordance with hospital policy and the board of veterinary medical standards
Assist Veterinary Assistants in completion of End of Shift checklists to properly prepare for your relieving teams’ success on shift, including restocking, logging controlled substances, cleaning kennels, vacuuming, and mopping
Conduct yourself in a professional manner each shift while providing continued support to your team members, patients, and clients
Follow proper OSHA protocols and ensure OSHA related trainings are conducted by designated timelines to ensure a safe work environment for yourself and team member s
Qualifications Certified, Registered, or Licensed Veterinary Technician…