Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital - Veterinary Technician

Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Virginia Beach, Virginia is a multi-doctor 24/7 emergency practice serving 90% companion animals and 10% exotics. We have a strong focus on maintaining exceptional client communication, patient care and medical protocol standards, and visiting specialists provide echocardiogram and advanced ultrasound service. We believe every patient and client deserves the best medicine and care we can offer. Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital also has a General Practice sister hospital (6 doctors, fully staffed) located just 20 minutes away, in the heart of Virginia Beach. 

Licensed Veterinary Technician with DIFFERENTIAL PAY (this is a mixed schedule with overnights and daytime)

Virginia Beach, VA

Description

About Us: For years, BBVEH has been the only emergency veterinary practice in our community, fostering a deep connection with our patients and their families. Our team is committed to providing exceptional care and support, both to our patients and the community we serve. We are a progressive practice, always striving to stay ahead as veterinary medicine evolves. Our community relies on us to keep emergency medicine accessible, and we need driven staff to help us meet this critical need.

Role and Responsibilities: As an LVT at BBVEH, you will be fully utilized in your role, taking on responsibilities such as:

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  Leading the flow and guiding staff through shifts

  
  


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  Triage and emergency stabilization

  
  


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  In-house diagnostics and treatments

  
  


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  Intensive care for hospitalized patients

  
  


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  In-depth client education

  
  

Skills Necessary: Venipuncture, IVC placement, anatomical knowledge, radiograph and anesthetic skill, medical math, pharmacological knowledge, willingness to learn and admit when direction is needed.  

Advanced Skills (preferred, can be mentored): Central line, PICC line, NG tube, bandaging techniques, wound repairs, U-Cath placements

Benefits: Uniform allowance, Employee pet discounts, Health Insurance Benefits (medical, dental, vision), Supplemental Insurance (life, critical illness etc.) Annual CE allowance, 401k & Paid time off for full-time employees, Double-Time Holiday Pay (if working on Holiday)

Schedule: We offer a variety of schedule options and strive to balance individual needs with hospital requirements

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  Full-time: 35 hours/week, including nights and weekends, with respect to work-life balance

  
  


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  Part-time: 20 hours/week, including some nights and weekends, with respect to work-life balance

  
  

Requirements

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  Licensed in the state of Virginia

  
  


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  Prior Veterinary Assistant, Vet Tech, or LVT experience required

  
  


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  ER Experience Preferred

  
  


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  Must be able to lift up to 50lbs

  
  


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  Must be able to stand for long periods of time 

  
  

 Join our team and be a part of a practice that truly values its community and staff. Apply today to make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families!