
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Required skills
- controlled-substance inventory
- exercising discretion
- confidential information
- 21 years of age
- valid U.S. driver's license
- satisfactory driving record
Role summary
A Licensed Veterinary Technician is needed for a high-volume mobile spay and neuter clinic. Responsibilities include performing pre-op exams, administering vaccines and anesthetics, monitoring patients, maintaining medical records, managing controlled drug inventories, communicating with clients, and ensuring equipment maintenance. The role requires a Virginia veterinary technician's license, experience with controlled substances, independent work, handling confidential information, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. A valid U.S. driver's license with at least three years of driving experience and a satisfactory driving record are also required. The position involves driving the mobile clinic and maintaining client and patient confidentiality.
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.
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