Overnight ER Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
Innovetive Petcare
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- Pay
- $30 to $40
- an hour
- Location
- Charlottesville, VA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 4
- 16 days ago
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About the company
Innovetive Petcare
Veterinary · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
At Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency, we provide 24/7 advanced care for pets, and we’re seeking a dedicated LVT to join our ER Department.
What you'll do
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Veterinary Technology from an accredited program
- Active Virginia Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license in good standing
- 2+ years in emergency veterinary medicine preferred
- Calm and compassionate under pressure
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Physically able to lift 40+ lbs (with assistance) and remain on feet for extended shifts
- Proficiency in emergency triage, patient care, diagnostic procedures, and client education
What you need
- Perform advanced veterinary nursing, including restraint, postoperative care, catheter placement, wound management, and bandaging
- Assist veterinarians in emergency procedures, anesthesia, surgical prep, monitoring, and recovery care
- Provide emergency care such as CPR, fluid therapy, oxygen administration, and blood transfusions
- Conduct diagnostic and lab testing: hematology, cytology, urinalysis, microbiology, and serology
- Operate diagnostic equipment: blood pressure monitors, ECG, pulse oximetry, and imaging systems
- Triage patients and accurately document condition and treatment
- Educate clients on care, treatments, and follow-up needs
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized ER environment
- Collaborate with a supportive veterinary team that values communication and teamwork
- Education: an associate degree
Key skills
emergency triagepatient carediagnostic procedurescommunicationteamwork
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Perks
- Sign-on bonus
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401(K) with employer match
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Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) – EmergencyVirginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency – Charlottesville, VAAre you a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) looking to advance your career in emergency medicine?At Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency, we provide 24/7 advanced care for pets, and we’re seeking a dedicated LVT to join our ER Department. This is your opportunity to work with a team of specialists, grow your clinical skills, and make a difference for pets and their families when they need it most.Why Join Our Emergency Veterinary Team?Full-time schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each: 7pm-7amDedicated to emergency medicineOpportunities for cross-training in specialty services such as surgery, internal medicine, and moreWork with board-certified specialists and highly trained veterinary professionalsHere is What Your day May Consist of: Perform advanced veterinary nursing, including restraint, postoperative care, catheter placement, wound management, and bandagingAssist veterinarians in emergency procedures, anesthesia, surgical prep, monitoring, and recovery careProvide emergency care such as CPR, fluid therapy, oxygen administration, and blood transfusionsConduct diagnostic and lab testing: hematology, cytology, urinalysis, microbiology, and serologyOperate diagnostic equipment: blood pressure monitors, ECG, pulse oximetry, and imaging systemsTriage patients and accurately document condition and treatmentEducate clients on care, treatments, and follow-up needsMaintain a safe, clean, and organized ER environmentCollaborate with a supportive veterinary team that values communication and teamworkHere is What You Will Bring to the Position: Education & LicensureAssociate of Applied Science (AAS) in Veterinary Technology from an accredited programActive Virginia Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license in good standingExperience2+ years in emergency veterinary medicine preferredSkills & AttributesCalm and compassionate under pressureStrong communication and teamwork skillsPhysically able to lift 40+ lbs (with assistance) and remain on feet for extended shiftsProficiency in emergency triage, patient care, diagnostic procedures, and client educationHere is What We Will Offer You:Sign-on bonus up to $5,000Relocation assistance up to $5,000Competitive compensation ($30-40/h)Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Tuition Reimbursement (in an accredited Veterinary Technology program) Retirement: 401(K) with employer match Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays Training and career development Paid license fees and dues Generous CE allowance Paid VTS specialization Ready for your next Adventure to live your best Veterinary Lifestyle? Apply Today!!!