Small Animal Veterinary Technician - Shelter Medicine & Community Practice

Job Description The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital seeks a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to support the Small Animal Community Practice and Shelter Medicine programs. Approximately 60% of this position supports clinical faculty and veterinary students in the Shelter Medicine Clerkship and the pre‑clinical curriculum through Multidisciplinary Labs (MDL), including anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, physical examination, and skills assessment. The remaining 40% supports Community/Practice within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH). Shelter Medicine support is provided at multiple regional partner shelters on a rotating weekly basis. Responsibilities Sedation, induction, monitoring, and recovery of anesthetized patients Placement of intravenous catheters General laboratory operations Specialized diagnostic procedures Infection control and isolation management Required Qualifications Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in the Commonwealth of Virginia Considerable experience in veterinary clinical practice Strong proficiency in small animal general anesthesia Strong proficiency in surgical and operating room procedures Strong proficiency in IV catheter placement Strong proficiency in laboratory procedures Strong proficiency in maintenance of anesthetic and surgical equipment Knowledge of veterinary terminology related to anesthesia and surgery Knowledge of CPR Competency in animal handling and restraint Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently Experience maintaining inventory and completing detailed documentation Proficiency with word processing and basic spreadsheet software Preferred Qualifications Minimum of two (2) years clinical experience Other Details Pay Band: 4 Overtime Status: Non‑Exempt—eligible for overtime Appointment Type: Restricted Hours per week: 40 Review Date: May 18, 2026 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. Equal Employment Opportunity Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Lynett Cruise at View email address on click.appcast.io during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia Tech