Licensed Veterinary Technician

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
  • Norfolk, VA
  • $25–$28.85 Per Hour
1 day ago

Job Description

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Position Objective:

To provide high-quality care for patients of high-volume mobile spay and neuter veterinary clinic

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Perform pre-op physical exams on and administer vaccines to clinic patients
  • Maintain proper and complete medical records
  • Perform tests and assess and communicate patients' test results and medical histories to the attending veterinarian
  • Work under the direction of the veterinarian to prepare animals for surgery and administer medications, including anesthesia drugs
  • Provide administration of anesthetics and monitor patients from prep through their full recovery and independently assess patients' readiness for discharge
  • Maintain controlled-drug and supply inventories and conduct appropriate recordkeeping and reporting
  • Comply with the applicable laws for licensed veterinary technicians established by the Virginia Board of Veterinary Medicine and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration
  • Complete monthly controlled drug log audit for finance
  • Communicate with clients regarding post-operative patient care as well as the results of diagnostic testing and other medical findings
  • Establish and adhere to maintenance programs for all medical equipment
  • Maintain strict confidentiality about client, patient, and donor information
  • Drive the mobile clinic to and from designated sites
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
  • Keep clinic fully stocked with supplies

Requirements

  • Virginia veterinary technician's license
  • Previous experience with a controlled-substance inventory
  • Previous experience working independently and exercising discretion
  • Proven ability to handle confidential information
  • Proven exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis
  • Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
  • Commitment to the objectives of the organization

The hourly pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.85 The ultimate hourly pay within this range that will be offered to a qualified candidate will be determined based on the candidate's experience.

A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here .

Application Deadline:

Applications for this position will be accepted until November 26, 2026.

We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candidate.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNorfolk, VA
Salary$25–$28.85 Per Hour

Skills

  • Anesthesiologyunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Medical Equipmentunmatched
  • Medical Recordsunmatched
  • Medical Testsunmatched
  • Medication Administrationunmatched
  • Patient Assessmentunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Testingunmatched
  • Vaccinationunmatched
  • Veterinary Medicineunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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