Licensed Veterinary Technician in VA Beach

Bay Beach Veterinary Hospitalis a busy multi-doctor general practice in Virginia Beach Virginia. We have a strong focus on maintaining exceptional client communication patient care and medical protocol standards and visiting specialists provide echocardiogram and advanced ultrasound services. Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital also has a Emergency Practice sister hospital located just 20 minutes away open 24/7!

Position Summary:

The Licensed Veterinary Technician plays a vital role in assisting veterinarians and the medical support team to ensure the delivery of high-quality compassionate care to pets and their families. This position is responsible for performing a variety of technical clinical and client education duties that enhance efficiency promote a safe and collaborative hospital environment and elevate the overall client experience. This role also assists in maintaining consistent excellent medical standards and operational flow.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients including IV catheter placement CRI management medication administration feeding tube placement and ongoing monitoring.

• Prepare monitor and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout all phases of care.

• Assist veterinarians during examinations diagnostics treatments and surgical procedures providing proper restraint preparation and patient monitoring.

• Perform laboratory diagnostics including urinalysis hematology fecals and cytology; accurately document interpret and communicate results as appropriate.

• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment including radiology and ultrasound systems in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

• Prepare and administer medications vaccines and treatments as prescribed maintaining strict compliance with DEA OSHA and hospital regulations.

• Maintain accurate daily controlled drug logs and ensure proper handling storage and documentation of controlled substances.

• Create review and enter treatment plans accurately in the medical record system.

• Support hospital operations through accurate medical recordkeeping charge entry and chart auditing.

• Provide compassionate clear client education related to preventative care treatment plans medications products and nutritional recommendations.

• Maintain clean organized and well-stocked treatment and surgical areas ensuring sterile conditions for medical and surgical procedures.

• Monitor inventory levels rotate stock and assist with ordering medical supplies as needed.

• Promote a positive and professional workplace culture through effective communication teamwork and collaboration across departments.

• Performadditionalduties as assigned based on hospital needs.

• Ensure all duties are performedin accordance withstate practice acts legal requirements and hospital policies.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Licensed/Certified/Registered Veterinary Technician credential required.

• Demonstrated proficiency in anesthesia monitoring venipuncture laboratory procedures radiology and dentistry.

• Basic computer literacy including the ability to navigate practice management software and use Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong communicationand organizational skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Maintains professionalism composure and sound judgment in emotionally charged or high-stress situations.

• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

• Compassionate and committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service.

• Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals anesthetic gases radiation zoonotic diseases and animal bodily fluids.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.

• Comfortable sitting standing walking bending and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.

• Professional neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Hours:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations.

Compensation andBenefits:

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision addition employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off paid holidays and access to employee assistance program.