Spotsylvania Animal Hospital is looking for a full or part time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their team. At SAH we strive to foster a positive, welcoming culture that feels like family. 

• Take and document history of presenting complaints, medications the pet is on, and any other information regarding factors contributing to the pet's health status.
• Perform initial triage/assessment of patients upon arrival as needed for emergencies.
• Perform in house lab procedures including, but not limited to, urinalysis, bloodwork, cytology, ear mite microscopic exam, skin scrapings, felv/ fiv/hw tests, fecal and blood smear. 
• Place IV catheters and perform routine venipuncture for injections and blood draws. 
• Administer medications through oral and injectable routes as ordered by DVM.
• Create estimates as needed for routine procedures and treatments.
• Supervise and direct assistants, oversee restraint procedures, and explain expected outcomes.
• Maintain Controlled Substance records for medication administered or dispensed through your shift.
• Communicate openly and respectfully with fellow co-workers.
• Lead and direct others in a professional and kind manner.

Surgical Tasks / Essential Functions:

• Administer pre-surgical and post surgical  medications per Dr. instruction.   
• Administer and monitor anesthesia in accordance with state regulations.
• Perform routine dental cleanings, extractions, and gingival suturing in accordance with state regulations. 

• $27-32/hour
• $2,500 sign-on bonus
• Full or part time options
• $500 in CE allowance
• Health insurance

If you are interested in this position, please apply here or reach out to Practice Manager Margarett Washington at [email protected].