Licensed Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners·Montpelier, Virginia

$28 - $35/hrFull Time Part Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 18 days ago

Licensed Veterinary Technician · $28 - $35/hr

About the role

Pay for this role is about 16% below the Virginia median for similar positions.

The Licensed Veterinary Technician will support veterinarians with patient care, surgical procedures, anesthesia, and recovery. They are also responsible for performing technical duties such as lab work, radiography, and maintaining accurate medical records.

Veterinary Technician

Salary

$28.00-$35.00 dependent on skills and experience, $5,000 sign on bonus

Schedule

Monday- Friday. No weekends

Montpelier Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time or part-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 Montpelier Veterinary 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.

Why Montpelier in Montpelier, VA? When we say that our facilities are state-of-the-art, we mean it. Montpelier Veterinary Hospital is equipped with X-ray and ultrasound technology that allow us to diagnose injuries and illnesses

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification and possess the ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. Knowledge of common disease states and familiarity with safety guidelines like DEA and OSHA are required.

professional certificate
Injections
Radiography
Patient care
Regulatory compliance
Anesthesia monitoring
Client communication
Animal care
Medical record maintenance
Animal restraint
Laboratory work
IV catheter placement
Medication dispensing
Surgery assistance
Veterinary procedures

Benefits

Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
401(k) plan
Sign on bonus
Professional development opportunities

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time, Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $28 - $35/hr
Location: Montpelier, Virginia
Posted: Aug 26, 2026
Application: Employer website

Virginia LVT roles need licensed experience

Licensed Veterinary Technician roles in Virginia typically draw steady demand from clinics and specialty practices that need support with surgery, anesthesia, and patient care. Competition is strongest for candidates who already hold a Virginia LVT license and can show at least a year of hands-on surgical and anesthesia experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license history and prepare examples of anesthesia and surgical workflow experience before applying.