Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Bon Air Animal Hospital | Richmond, VA Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) looking for a rewarding career where you can use your skills, grow professionally, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families? Bon Air Animal Hospital in Richmond, VA is looking for an experienced, compassionate, and skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing team. If you are passionate about high-quality veterinary medicine, enjoy working as part of a collaborative team, and want a hospital where you can truly plant roots and build your career, we would love to meet you! Bon Air Animal Hospital is a multi-faceted veterinary care facility in Richmond, Virginia, providing high-quality medical and surgical care for dogs, cats, pigs, and chickens. Our focus is simple: being a place of comfort for our clients and their pets, in sickness and in health. We are guided by our core values: Teamwork Compassion Integrity Hard Work Servant's Heart Honesty Have Fun! Our team is passionate about the impact we make every day and truly cares about enhancing the quality of life for our patients. We believe excellent patient care starts with an exceptional team, which is why we prioritize training, professional development, and creating an environment where veterinary professionals can thrive. At Bon Air Animal Hospital, you will have the opportunity to fully utilize your veterinary technician skills while continuing to learn and grow. What You'll Do As a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), you will play an important role in providing exceptional patient care and supporting our veterinarians and veterinary team. Your responsibilities will include: Communicating effectively with clients, veterinarians, and the veterinary team Providing compassionate client education and support Safely handling and restraining patients Obtaining patient vitals and medical histories Performing venipuncture and placing intravenous catheters Administering medications via PO, SQ, IM, and IV routes Preparing patients for procedures and surgery Assisting with surgical procedures Monitoring patients under anesthesia Performing laboratory testing Assisting with digital radiography and other diagnostic procedures Providing high-quality patient care throughout the veterinary visit Maintaining accurate medical records and following hospital protocols What We're Looking For We are seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician who is compassionate, dependable, team-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional patient care. High school diploma or equivalent required Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital or clinical veterinary setting Completion of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program Current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license Strong communication and client service skills Comfortable working collaboratively with veterinarians and veterinary support staff Excellent patient handling and technical skills A genuine passion for veterinary medicine and improving the lives of pets and their families What We Offer At Bon Air Animal Hospital, we believe in investing in our people and providing opportunities for long-term career growth. We offer: Competitive compensation Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays Tuition reimbursement for an accredited Veterinary Technology program Training and career development opportunities Paid license fees and professional dues Generous continuing education (CE) allowance Paid VTS specialization opportunities Our veterinary team provides a wide range of services designed to support pets throughout every stage of life, including: Preventive and wellness care Diagnostic medicine Dentistry Geriatric care Nutritional counseling Pain management Soft tissue surgery Orthopedic surgery Anesthesia and patient monitoring Diagnostic imaging Laboratory services Our hospital is equipped with modern veterinary technology, including: Digital radiography Ultrasound EKG CO₂ laser In-house laboratory In-house pharmacy This technology, combined with a talented and compassionate team, allows us to provide comprehensive veterinary care while giving our veterinary technicians the opportunity to practice and develop a broad range of technical skills. Build Your Veterinary Technician Career With Us If you are an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician in Richmond, VA looking for a hospital where your skills are valued and your career development is supported, Bon Air Animal Hospital may be the place for you. Whether you are passionate about anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, diagnostic medicine, patient care, or client education, you'll have opportunities to make an impact while continuing to grow as a veterinary professional. Join a team that values compassion, teamwork, professional growth, and exceptional patient care. Apply today to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician at Bon Air Animal Hospital in Richmond, VA! About Bon Air Animal Hospital Bon Air Animal Hospital, in Richmond, VA, is a multi-faceted care facility, that provides the highest quality care in medicine and surgery for cats, dogs, pigs, and chickens. We provide a wide variety of services including preventative, diagnostic, dentistry, geriatric care, chemotherapy, nutritional counseling, pain management, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, We have state-of-the-art equipment including digital radiography, ultrasound, EKG, CO2 Laser, in-house laboratory, and pharmacy. Our team is passionate about the impact we make and truly cares about increasing the quality of life for our patients. We value training, compassion, and career development. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff. Equal Opportunity Employer Policy Bon Air Animal Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify.  We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.