Registered Veterinary Technician

Position Summary: 

The Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) plays a vital role in assisting veterinarians and the medical support team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. This position is responsible for performing a variety of technical, clinical, and client education duties that enhance efficiency, promote a safe and collaborative hospital environment, and elevate the overall client experience. The RVT also assists in maintaining consistent, excellent medical standards and operational flow. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, CRI management, medication administration, feeding tube placement, and ongoing monitoring. 

• Prepare, monitor, and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout all phases of care. 

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures, providing proper restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring. 

• Perform laboratory diagnostics including urinalysis, hematology, fecals, and cytology; accurately document, interpret, and communicate results as appropriate. 

• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, including radiology and ultrasound systems, in compliance with safety and regulatory standards. 

• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed, maintaining strict compliance with DEA, OSHA, and hospital regulations. 

• Maintain accurate daily controlled drug logs and ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of controlled substances. 

• Create, review, and enter treatment plans accurately in the medical record system. 

• Support hospital operations through accurate medical recordkeeping, charge entry, and chart auditing. 

• Provide compassionate, clear client education related to preventative care, treatment plans, medications, products, and nutritional recommendations. 

• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and surgical areas, ensuring sterile conditions for medical and surgical procedures. 

• Monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and assist with ordering medical supplies as needed. 

• Promote a positive and professional workplace culture through effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration across departments. 

• Perform additional duties as assigned based on hospital needs. 

• Ensure all duties are performed in accordance with state practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies. 

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 

• [Licensed/Certified/Registered] Veterinary Technician credential required. 

• Demonstrated proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry. 

• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to navigate practice management software and use Microsoft Office applications. 

• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 

• Maintains professionalism, composure, and sound judgment in emotionally charged or high-stress situations. 

• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. 

• Compassionate and committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service. 

• Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids. 

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds. 

• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.  

• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards. 

Hours:  

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations. 

Compensation and Benefits:  

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program. 
• Compensation is based upon experience.  

Veterinary Student Externship

About the hospital: 

Buckeystown Veterinary Hospital is searching for a new graduate or experienced general practice veterinarian to join our 4 doctor team! We are a mixed animal practice located just outside of Frederick, Maryland. A variety of schedule set-ups for veterinary externs.

• Small animal general practice exclusive
• Small animal + canine rehabilitation
• Mixed animal (predominantly small)
• Mixed animal (predominantly small) +canine rehabilitation

Buckeystown Veterinary Hospital is surrounded by beautiful rolling farmland but is very close to Frederick/Baltimore and Washington D.C. Enjoy affordable land and outdoor activities with the option to experience big city amenities within a reasonable drive. The downtown Buckeystown area is charming and has several quality restaurants and shops.

Why consider an externship with Buckeystown Veterinary Hospital?

• Mentorship from multiple strong veterinarians who are excited to welcome a student
• Team has strong clinical skills in the areas of wellness and rehabilitation.
• Work with exotics, equines, and farm animals
• Rehabilitation suite with underwater treadmill
• Quality management from strong and highly collaborative Medical Director and Practice Manager
• Two RVTs and several motivated assistants.
• Fully equipped with in-house lab capabilities, digital x-ray, ultrasound and more
• Excellent culture, collaborative environment, and low turnover

What we offer externs:

• Stipend to offset the cost of housing and travel
• Opportunities to connect with multiple VetEvolve practices

Why VetEvolve:

• VetEvolve's Support from the Start program is designed to provide new veterinarians with mentorship, hands-on training, and a customized post-grad experience to build a strong foundation. This includes assigned mentors, individualized mentorship plans, and opportunities for specialized training and continued education to help you develop your skills and confidence while fostering a healthy work-life balance.
• Industry leading Veterinarian and support staff retention rates - Hear why our Veterinarians are "Happy Here" on our videos page.
• We invest in our team members’ professional growth and mental wellbeing, and many of our team members hold Compassion Fatigue Professional certifications.
• We live by our core values: Serve, Evolve, and Trust.
• “They allow me the freedom to practice as I see fit…We can make almost all of our main decisions ourselves, at the clinic level. Their up front focus on honesty and improving over time keeps surprising me each time they demonstrate it. Veterinary medicine is not always the prettiest, easiest, happiest, or most satisfying line of work as we all know, but I can't imagine doing it for any other group. VetEvolve has been able to retain a small feel over time, as it grows, which is huge for me.” - VetEvolve network DVM. Reach out to us to hear more from our Veterinarians about how we strive to provide team members environments where they feel “Happy Here”.
• Repeat winner of Virginia’s Best Places to Work (we are based in Virginia).

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an AVMA accredited Veterinary School (VMD or DVM degree path)

Apply here or contact Ashley Anderson at anderson@vetevolve.com for more information.

Veterinary Technician

Position Summary: 

The Veterinary Technician plays a vital role in assisting veterinarians and the medical support team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. This position is responsible for performing a variety of technical, clinical, and client education duties that enhance efficiency, promote a safe and collaborative hospital environment, and elevate the overall client experience. The Veterinary Technician also assists in maintaining consistent, excellent medical standards and operational flow. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, CRI management, medication administration, feeding tube placement, and ongoing monitoring. 

• Prepare, monitor, and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout all phases of care. 

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures, providing proper restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring. 

• Perform laboratory diagnostics including urinalysis, hematology, fecals, and cytology; accurately document, interpret, and communicate results as appropriate. 

• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, including radiology and ultrasound systems, in compliance with safety and regulatory standards. 

• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed, maintaining strict compliance with DEA, OSHA, and hospital regulations. 

• Maintain accurate daily controlled drug logs and ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of controlled substances. 

• Create, review, and enter treatment plans accurately in the medical record system. 

• Support hospital operations through accurate medical recordkeeping, charge entry, and chart auditing. 

• Provide compassionate, clear client education related to preventative care, treatment plans, medications, products, and nutritional recommendations. 

• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and surgical areas, ensuring sterile conditions for medical and surgical procedures. 

• Monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and assist with ordering medical supplies as needed. 

• Promote a positive and professional workplace culture through effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration across departments. 

• Ensure all duties are performed in accordance with state practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies. 

• Perform additional duties as assigned based on hospital needs. 

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 

• Minimum of two years of experience as a Veterinary Technician. 

• Demonstrated proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry. 

• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to navigate practice management software and use Microsoft Office applications. 

• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 

• Maintains professionalism, composure, and sound judgment in emotionally charged or high-stress situations. 

• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. 

• Compassionate and committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service. 

• Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids. 

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds. 

• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.  

• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards. 

Compensation and Benefits:  

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program.