Veterinary Technician

North Oatlands Animal Hospital·Leesburg, Virginia

$28 - $38/hrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 2 months ago

Practice for this role

Veterinary Technician · $28 - $38/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-27% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Leesburg, Virginia ($38.42/hr, n=103)

$1.00/hr · p10p90 · $250/hr

this role: $28.00/hrmedian $38.42/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 103 posted healthcare roles in Leesburg, Virginia rates. This role sits in the 33rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 27% below the Leesburg, Virginia median for similar positions.

Support veterinarians with patient exams, surgery, anesthesia, and technical duties like lab work and radiographs. Maintain accurate medical records and provide clear care instructions and status updates to clients.

Veterinary Technician Salary

$28-$38 depending on skills and experience, $1, 000 sign on bonus
Schedule: 35-40 hours per week, Monday- Friday 8AM-5PM with an hour lunch break, Saturdays 9AM-3PM North Oatlands Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners. What to Expect as a Licensed Vet Tech with North Oatland Animal Hospital A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
Professional development opportunities
Key
Responsibilities: Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery. Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion. Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement. Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing. Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready. Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification. Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions. Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines. About North Oatlands Animal Hospital At North Oatlands Animal Hospital & Reproductive Center you can count on superior care and excellent service. We aim to assemble an expert team of veterinary professionals to provide the best possible healthcare for our patients. We have state of the art veterinary facilities and a clean, comfortable, efficient, environment. In addition, we maintain AAHA-accreditation. Does this sound like the place for you? We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

Requirements

Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) with the ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. Requires knowledge of common disease states and familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

professional certificate
Client Communication
Injections
Medication Dispensing
Animal Care
Lab Work
Anesthesia Monitoring
IV Catheter Placement
Veterinary Procedures
Radiographs
Medical Record Maintenance
Patient Recovery
Patient Restraint

Benefits

Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Sign On Bonus
Professional Development Opportunities
401(k) Plan

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $28 - $38/hr
Location: Leesburg, Virginia
Posted: Jun 12, 2026
Application: Employer website

Virginia veterinary technicians remain in demand

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