Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners·Arlington, Virginia

$25 - $45/hrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 5 days ago

Practice for this role

Veterinary Technician · $25 - $45/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-40% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Arlington, Virginia ($42.00/hr, n=417)

$13.00/hr · p10p90 · $200/hr

this role: $25.00/hrmedian $42.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 417 posted healthcare roles in Arlington, Virginia rates. This role sits in the 30th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 40% below the Arlington, Virginia median for similar positions.

The 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, radiographs, and maintaining accurate medical records.

Veterinary Technician Salary

$25.00-45.00 per hour dependent on experience and skill. $3000 sign on bonus
Schedule: Monday- Friday, Full-time Caring Hands Clarendon 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 Caring Hands Clarendon 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
Sign on bonus
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 Caring Hands Merrifield Caring Hands Animal Hospitals are large, well-equipped, AAHA-accredited facilities. We offer convenient hours six days a week and have an open-door policy to provide excellent service to our clients. Our full-service hospitals offer state of the art care for our patients including computerized patient records, digital radiography, and in-house laboratory 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. #LVTECH

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 DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines are required.

professional certificate
Injections
Patient care
Radiographs
Anesthesia monitoring
Client communication
Animal restraint
IV catheter placement
Medical records maintenance
Medication dispensing
Surgical assistance
Veterinary procedures
Lab work

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
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $25 - $45/hr
Location: Arlington, Virginia
Posted: Sep 3, 2026
Application: Employer website

Virginia veterinary technicians remain in demand

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