WeekendLicensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) – Emergency Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency – Charlottesville, VA
Are 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 Team. 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.
Part-Time schedule: Weekends 7PM - 7AM
Dedicated to emergency medicine
Opportunities for cross-training in specialty services such as surgery, internal medicine, and more
Work with board-certified specialists and highly trained veterinary professionals
Here is What Your day May Consist of:
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
Here is What You Will Bring to the Position:
Education & Licensure
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Veterinary Technology from an accredited program
Active Virginia Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license in good standing
Experience 2+ years in emergency veterinary medicine preferred
Skills & Attributes
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
Here is What We Will Offer You:
Employee discounts
Flexible scheduling
401(k) with company match
Ongoing professional growth and training opportunities
At Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency, you’ll be part of a hospital that values teamwork, professional development, and compassionate patient care. If you’re ready to grow your career as a Licensed Veterinary Technician in Emergency Medicine, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and take the next step in your veterinary technician career!
Numbers & Facts
Location
Charlottesville, VA
Salary
$30–$40 Per Hour
Skills
Anesthesiologyunmatched
Animal Careunmatched
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CPR Certificationunmatched
Catheterizationunmatched
Cell Biologyunmatched
Clinical Competencyunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Customer Trainingunmatched
Electrocardiogramunmatched
Emergency Careunmatched
Emergency Medicineunmatched
Emergency Proceduresunmatched
Hematologyunmatched
Laboratory Testingunmatched
Lift/Move 40 Poundsunmatched
Medical Diagnosisunmatched
Medical Treatmentunmatched
Microbiologyunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Oximetryunmatched
Patient Assessmentunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Veterinary Medicineunmatched
Veterinary Nursingunmatched
Wound Careunmatched
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