Licensed Veterinary Technician ( LVT )

Make a Difference When Pets Need You Most!

Are you a passionate Licensed Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced emergency setting and wants to make a lasting impact?

Shenandoah Veterinary Associates (SVA) is seeking a skilled and compassionate Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our growing emergency and critical care team in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia!

As a privately owned, independent veterinary hospital, we believe in empowering our team to deliver exceptional patient care. You'll be a trusted clinical partner, mentor, and valued team member with opportunities to grow professionally.

And we're just getting started! With exciting plans to expand our specialty services, advanced procedures, and hospital hours in 2027, now is the perfect time to grow your career with us!

Why You'll Love Working at SVA

At SVA, your skills, ideas, and contributions truly matter. You'll work alongside a compassionate, supportive team while making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families when they need you most. We're committed to your professional growth through hands-on experience, continuing education, and leadership opportunities. Whether you're passionate about mentoring others, advancing your clinical expertise, or helping shape hospital practices, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact.

Guided by our CARES values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Education, and Service, we're building a workplace where you feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

What You'll Do

You will work closely with our veterinarians and clinical leadership to provide exceptional care to emergency and critically ill patients.

Responsibilities will include:

• Triage emergency patients and assist with urgent and critical care cases.
• Place IV catheters, collect diagnostic samples, and perform laboratory testing.
• Administer medications, fluids, and treatments under veterinary supervision.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with emergency surgical procedures.
• Provide critical care support, including CPR, oxygen therapy, blood transfusions, and advanced patient monitoring.
• Perform radiography, wound care, bandaging, and hospitalized patient nursing.
• Maintain accurate medical records and controlled substance documentation.
• Communicate compassionately with pet owners regarding treatment, discharge instructions, and end-of-life care.
• Train and mentor veterinary assistants and new clinical team members.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to improve clinical workflows, protocols, and patient care.

What We're Looking For & Required Qualifications:

• Current Virginia LVT license in good standing or eligibility to obtain or transfer licensure before starting.
• Graduation from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program and successful completion of the VTNE.
• Proficiency in IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiography, and emergency nursing.
• Knowledge of controlled substance handling and documentation.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and compassionate in high-pressure situations.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Availability to work overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years of experience as a credentialed veterinary technician, preferably in emergency or critical care.
• Experience mentoring or training veterinary assistants.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification or progress toward certification.
• RECOVER CPR certification.
• Familiarity with Instinct or other veterinary practice management software.

Schedule & Work Environment

Because we’re in an emergency and after-hours veterinary hospital, our patients need us when traditional veterinary practices are closed.

This full-time position requires:

• Regular evening and weekend shifts.
• Rotating weekend and holiday coverage.
  • Hours of operation 
    • Monday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
      Tuesday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
      Wednesday: Closed
      Thursday: Closed
      Friday: 3:00 PM–12:00 AM
      Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
• Shifts typically lasting 10–12 hours, with longer shifts possible based on patient needs.
• Flexibility to support emergency cases and changing hospital needs.

Benefits & Perks

We value the dedication and expertise our team brings to every shift. Our benefits include:

• Competative compensation $65-75k annually
• Group health insurance for full-time employees.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and floating holidays.
• Paid in-clinic training and continuing education opportunities.
• Access to professional learning resources, including Instinct Academy and AtDoveLewis.
• Planned for 2027: 401(k) retirement plan and disability insurance.
• Opportunities for professional advancement as our hospital expands.

Love Where You Work AND Live!

Located in the heart of Virginia's beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Roanoke offers the perfect combination of outdoor adventure, affordability, and a welcoming community.

Enjoy scenic hiking along the Appalachian Trail, exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway, mountain biking, lakes, dog-friendly greenways, and a vibrant downtown filled with restaurants, entertainment, and local attractions.

Whether you're already part of the Roanoke community or looking for a fresh start, it's a wonderful place to build both your career and your life.

Ready to Take Your Veterinary Career to the Next Level?

If you're an experienced, compassionate veterinary technician who loves emergency medicine, enjoys mentoring others, and wants to help shape the future of a growing hospital, we'd love to chat with you!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Shenandoah Veterinary Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities and for other legally protected needs, as required by applicable law.