Licenced Veterinary Technician - Pet Care Veterinary Hospital

Encore Vet Group
Virginia Beach, VA
Overview:

Use your skills. Care for incredible patients. Work with a team that truly values great technicians.

At Pet Care Veterinary Hospital , our technicians aren't just support staff. They are trusted, skilled professionals who are deeply involved in patient care every single day. Your training won't sit on a shelf here. You'll use it, lean on it, and build on it. We respect what it took to get your credentials and we make sure that shows in how we work together every single day. Oh, and here's where it gets really fun. Our patients aren't just dogs and cats. We also treat exotic pets, small mammals, and wild lif e .

We're looking for a L ic ensed Veterinary Technician who is ready to jump in, make an impact, and grow alongside a team that genuinely values what you bring to the table. New grads are absolutely welcome here. Passion for great medicine matter most.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Keeping accurate medical records and answering client questions.

  • Prepping patients for exams and surgeries, monitoring anesthesia.

  • Administering medications as directed.
  • Assisting with lab testing, including blood, fecal, and urine samples.
  • Cleaning and sanitizing surgical tools, exam rooms, and kennels.
  • Safely restraining patients during exams and procedures.
  • Educating pet parents on treatments, medications, and follow-up care.
  • Partnering closely with DVMs to provide top-tier patient care.

You are...

  • A Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, CVT, or RVT) or a newly licensed grad fresh out of school
  • Some hands-on experience is great, but we are genuinely happy to train the right person up
  • Love animals and bring a calm, steady presence to every situation.
  • Eager to learn and grow in anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, dental procedures, and diagnostics
  • Passionate about patient care and building genuine relationships with clients
  • Excited by variety, whether that's a routine wellness visit, an exotic patient, or a complex case
  • A dependable team player who communicates clearly and lifts others up
  • Ready to grow and we will meet you where you are

Compensation

  • Starting at $25+/hr based on experience
  • Sign-On Bonus Available: We're serious about finding the right person and we're ready to show it. A sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates.

What’s In it For You?

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Free virtual mental health services for your household (13yrs+)
  • Generous CE allowance + paid CE time
  • Uniform allowance
  • Pet care discounts for your personal pets
  • PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
  • A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between)
  • Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources
  • A 401(k) with up to 5% company match

Why You’ll Love Us:

  • Room to Keep Growing: Whether you want to deepen your skills in surgery, anesthesia, exotics, or something else entirely, we support your growth and want to see you thrive.
  • Teamwork Forward: Our doctors, technicians, and support staff collaborate constantly. We share knowledge, support each other on busy days, and genuinely enjoy working together.
  • High Standards of Care: As an AAHA-accredited and Fear Free Certified hospital, we are committed to progressive medicine and a calm, compassionate experience for every patient.
  • Newly Designed Hospital Built for Better Medicine: Our newly designed hospital supports Fear Free care and modern veterinary medicine. With improved treatment flow, updated equipment, and thoughtful spaces for patients and staff, it’s a place where technicians can do their best work.

If you’re looking for a hospital where you can practice great medicine, keep learning, and work with a team that genuinely enjoys what they do, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and come grow with us.

Check us out here:

Pet Care Veterinary Hospital is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group– see what that means for you:

Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine. Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients.

Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.

Pay Range: USD $25.00 - USD $30.00 /Hr.
Posted 2026-05-14

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