Veterinary Technician

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician in the Winchester area of Virginia looking for a more personal, patient-focused veterinary practice?

Tally Oaks Veterinary Wellness Center is seeking a compassionate, skilled Veterinary Technician to join our independent, veterinarian-owned small animal practice in Purcellville, Virginia.

Our practice offers an alternative to high-volume corporate veterinary medicine, with an emphasis on individualized patient care, low-stress handling, and meaningful relationships with the pets and families we serve.

We welcome qualified candidates interested in full-time or part-time employment.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $24–$34 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Weekday daytime schedule, approximately 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• No regular weekend or after-hours emergency shifts
• Medical and vision insurance for eligible employees
• Paid time off and paid holidays, subject to eligibility
• Retirement plan with employer match, subject to plan eligibility
• Continuing education allowance of up to $1,000
• Employee pet care discounts and credits
• Professional development and certification support
• Sign-on bonus may be available depending on experience and qualifications

ABOUT OUR PRACTICE

Tally Oaks Veterinary Wellness Center is an independent, veterinarian-owned practice serving dogs and cats in the Purcellville area of Loudoun County, Virginia.

We emphasize thoughtful appointment scheduling, preventive medicine, and individualized care rather than a high-volume approach.

Our veterinary team combines traditional medicine with complementary wellness options when appropriate, creating opportunities for technicians who value patient comfort, client education, and collaborative veterinary care.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments.
• Provide compassionate nursing care for dogs and cats.
• Monitor patients and assist with anesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Support dental procedures and preventive dental care.
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and sample collection within your training and qualifications.
• Assist with radiography, laboratory testing, and diagnostic procedures.
• Educate clients about medications, preventive care, and home-care instructions.
• Maintain accurate patient records and treatment documentation.
• Support low-stress, Fear Free patient handling.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming clinical environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous veterinary technician or equivalent clinical experience required.
• Two or more years of veterinary technician experience preferred.
• Experience assisting with anesthesia, dentistry, diagnostic testing, and patient care.
• Familiarity with venipuncture, catheter placement, radiography, and laboratory procedures.
• Strong communication and client education skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians and support staff.
• Compassionate approach to animal handling and patient care.
• Interest in preventive, holistic, or integrative veterinary medicine is welcome.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

We value technicians who want to continue learning and expanding their clinical skills.

Our practice supports continuing education and professional development, including interests in Fear Free handling, CPR, laser therapy, dentistry, and other areas relevant to veterinary patient care.

WORK LOCATION & COMMUTER INFORMATION

This position is based onsite at Tally Oaks Veterinary Wellness Center in Purcellville, Virginia, not in Winchester.

We welcome applications from experienced veterinary technicians living in Winchester and surrounding communities who are interested in working at our Purcellville practice and comfortable with the commute.

If you're looking for an opportunity to provide compassionate veterinary care in a supportive, independent practice with a weekday schedule, we'd love to hear from you.