LICENSED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN (LVT) NEEDED IN DC
We are partnering with a modern, membership-based veterinary care organization that delivers high-quality medicine in a supportive, technician-forward environment and are seeking Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT). This practice is designed to prioritize patient care, team collaboration, and work-life balance, giving veterinary professionals the time, resources, and support needed to do their best work.
Technicians here work in state-of-the-art facilities with strong doctor-to-technician ratios, reduced call volume through dedicated support teams, and a Fear Free, accredited care model. This is an opportunity to grow your skills, feel valued as a clinical partner, and build a long-term career in a positive, well-supported practice setting.
LVT BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
- Hourly pay: $28–$38/hour (based on experience)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Generous paid time off, parental leave, and paid holidays
- Commuter benefits and subsidized wellness programs
- Discounted veterinary care for personal pets
- Clear growth and advancement opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
LVT REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
- 1+ year of clinical experience
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable using computers and online tools
- Strong communication and client-facing skills
- Team-oriented, proactive, and dependable
- Thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Passion for animal care and patient advocacy
- Availability to work every other Saturday on a rotating schedule:
- Week 1: 4 × 10-hour shifts
- Week 2: 3 × 10-hour shifts + 1 × 8-hour Saturday shift
LVT DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Triage patients and recognize medical emergencies
- Assess patients and record vitals
- Assist doctors with diagnostics and treatments
- Provide basic nursing care and patient monitoring
- Draw blood and place catheters
- Assist with and facilitate radiography
- Prepare and run in-house laboratory tests
- Prepare samples for external reference labs
- Prepare and administer medications as directed
- Monitor patient status and communicate changes to the medical team
- Support a clean, calm, and hospitable clinical environment
