Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Lansdowne Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.
We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment — running rooms, managing anesthesia, supporting surgical caseloads, and communicating with clients at a high clinical level. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care. Training is considered for the right candidate.
In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.
Responsibilities include:
Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
Assisting in surgery
Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.
Schedule and compensation:
Compensation: $30 - $34 per hour, for each hour worked
Schedule: This is a full-time or part-time position with a flexible schedule — options include 4 x 10 or 5 x 8 shifts with days that vary based on coverage needs. Rotating weekend availability may be required. No on-call requirements.
Full-time Benefits Package*:
Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Virginia
CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance and disability
Employee Assistance Program
401k with company match
Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
Personal pet discount
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
2+ years of veterinary technician experience
Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of Virginia**
Proficiency in the following skills:
Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
Radiology positioning and safety protocols
Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
Client education and communication
Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment