VCA Animal Hospitals·Newport News, Virginia
As a team member, the Veterinary Technician will support technician and doctor teams by fostering a positive, low-stress environment for clients and patients. The primary mission is to build client confidence by delivering an outstanding experience to ensure exceptional patient care.
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.
The ideal candidate should utilize their existing knowledge and skills in areas such as physical examinations, anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, and laboratory work. The role requires dedication to winning client confidence and providing exceptional care to every patient.
Market context
In Virginia, veterinary technician roles are often competitive because clinics need licensed LVTs who can safely handle animals, recognize common disease states, and work within DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines. Benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a sign-on bonus can make similar openings stand out. Before applying, confirm your LVT status and review the original posting carefully; this platform AI-summarizes requirements and benefits from the source description to save research time.
