Licensed Veterinary Technician

Join the Team at Coastal Animal Referral Emergency (CARE)

Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician looking to utilize your skills in a fast-paced, advanced emergency medicine environment? At CARE, our technicians are vital members of the medical team, playing a key role in patient care, client communication, diagnostics, and mentorship of veterinary assistants.

CARE is committed to providing exceptional emergency and critical care while fostering a culture built on our three core principles:

· Be Nice

· See Patients

· Do the Medicine

If you are passionate about emergency medicine, enjoy working collaboratively with veterinarians, and thrive in an environment where your technical skills are valued and utilized, we would love to meet you.

Salary and Benefits:

- $28 - $42 hourly rate

- Health Insurance Stipend

- Pet Insurance Stipend

- 120 hours PTO

- 401K with match contribution

- Employee Discount

- Life Insurance

- Meals provided

What You'll Do

As a Licensed Veterinary Technician, you will serve as a leader within the treatment area, helping ensure patients receive timely, high-quality medical care while supporting doctors and training veterinary assistants.

Patient Triage & Client Communication

· Assess the critical nature of incoming patients.

· Obtain comprehensive medical histories and confirm presenting concerns.

· Obtain vital signs and perform initial patient assessments.

· Secure consent for life-saving and comfort measures, including IV catheter placement and pain management.

· Present patient histories to veterinarians.

· Create and maintain accurate SOAP records.

· Prepare and review treatment estimates with clients.

· Communicate client decisions and treatment preferences to doctors.

· Refer clients requesting financial assistance to the Practice Manager.

· Review discharge instructions with pet owners to ensure continuity of care.

Patient Care & ICU Nursing

· Monitor hospitalized patients for pain, discomfort, and changes in condition.

· Complete treatments accurately and on schedule.

· Communicate significant changes in patient status, diagnostics, or vital signs to the attending veterinarian.

· Ensure diagnostic results are reviewed promptly by the doctor.

· Support efficient patient flow and timely treatment completion.

Advanced Technical Skills

Our technicians are encouraged to fully utilize their training and licensure, including:

Venipuncture & Vascular Access

· Cephalic venipuncture

· Lateral saphenous venipuncture

· Medial saphenous venipuncture

· Jugular venipuncture

· Intravenous catheter placement

· PICC line placement

· Central line placement

Monitoring & Diagnostics

· Oscillometric blood pressure monitoring

· Doppler blood pressure monitoring

· Diagnostic radiography

· CT imaging

· Cystocentesis

· Nasogastric tube placement

Advanced Nursing Skills

· Humane patient restraint

· General and CRI drug calculations

· Anesthesia setup and monitoring

· Urinary catheter placement

· Fecal catheter placement

Leadership & Mentorship

· Train and mentor veterinary assistants.

· Promote teamwork and a positive work environment.

· Support hospital standards for patient care, communication, and efficiency.

Qualifications

· Current Veterinary Technician License in Virginia (or ability to obtain licensure).

· Strong emergency or critical care experience preferred.

· Excellent communication and client service skills.

· Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment.

· Commitment to patient advocacy and high-quality medicine.

· Completion of all state-required continuing education requirements.

Schedule & Physical Requirements

· Full-time position (37–40 hours per week)

· 10–12 hour shifts

· Must be available for days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

· Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift

Why CARE?

· Work alongside experienced emergency veterinarians.

· Utilize advanced technical skills daily.

· Opportunities for professional growth and development.

· Collaborative and supportive team environment.

· Make a meaningful impact on pets and their families during critical moments.

If you're ready to advance your career in emergency veterinary medicine and be part of a team dedicated to exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply today.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Ability to Relocate:

• Williamsburg, VA 23185: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $42