Certified Veterinary Technician

Certified Veterinary TechnicianNOVA Cat Clinic is hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our feline-exclusive practice in Arlington, Virginia. Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000 for qualified credentialed veterinary technicians.This is an opportunity for a credentialed veterinary technician who wants to use their skills, take meaningful ownership of dentistry and surgery, and work with a team that genuinely shares the workload.Our technicians are not limited to basic support tasks. You will be an important part of anesthesia, dentistry, surgery, technician appointments, diagnostics, treatment planning, therapeutic laser appointments, and day-to-day patient care.Why Join NOVA Cat Clinic?NOVA Cat Clinic is a full-service, feline-exclusive hospital and a Gold AAFP Cat-Friendly Practice. Everything about our environment and workflow is designed around the specific needs of cats.Our team uses gentle, feline-friendly handling techniques and works to reduce stress throughout the veterinary visit. You will have the opportunity to focus entirely on feline patients while building advanced skills in dentistry, anesthesia, diagnostics, pain management, and chronic disease care.Our doctors are teachers who are willing to answer questions, provide guidance, and work beside the support team. They draw blood, clean cages, help with patient care, and step in when they see that someone needs assistance.We do not operate with a "that is not my job" mentality. Everyone contributes, communicates, and helps keep the hospital moving.ScheduleFour-day workweekConsistent weekday offMonday through Friday scheduleNo weekend shiftsClinic hours are 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.Five-day scheduling may be considered based on candidate preference and hospital needsThe schedule is coordinated with the doctors and procedure calendar. Most technician shifts will include a combination of dentistry, surgery, technician appointments, treatment-room responsibilities, and diagnostic support.What You Will DoIn this role, you will:Support feline dental procedures, including dental radiography, cleaning, polishing, anesthesia, monitoring, and recoveryPrepare patients for surgery and assist with routine soft-tissue proceduresAdminister and monitor anesthesiaPlace IV cathetersPerform blood collection and assist with urine collectionObtain diagnostic radiographsConduct technician appointmentsAdminister rabies vaccines when permitted within your credentialed scopePerform therapeutic MLS laser appointmentsAssist doctors during appointments and proceduresMaintain accurate medical recordsExplain follow-up care and home-care instructions to clientsPrepare and maintain dental, surgical, treatment, and examination areasMonitor and restock clinical suppliesParticipate in cleaning, laundry, cage care, and general upkeep of patient-care spacesCommunicate with doctors, assistants, client service representatives, and leadership throughout the dayDentistry is a major part of this position. Before the current staffing shortage, the hospital regularly performed dental procedures four days per week. The person joining this team will play a central role in rebuilding that service and restoring the practice's full dental and surgical schedule.What We Are Looking ForWe are looking for someone who:Holds an active CVT, LVT, RVT, or equivalent veterinary technician credentialHas graduated from an accredited veterinary technology program or is nearing graduation and eligible to complete credentialing requirementsEnjoys working with cats and wants to develop strong feline-specific skillsIs interested in dentistry, anesthesia, and surgeryUses patient, gentle, low-stress handling techniquesIs comfortable working independently while communicating closely with the teamRecognizes what needs to be done and steps in to helpIs receptive to training and continued learningTakes responsibility for maintaining clean, organized clinical spacesValues teamwork over titles or rigid job boundariesExperienced technicians are encouraged to apply, and newly credentialed technicians will be considered. New graduates should be prepared to obtain the required credential promptly and demonstrate a strong interest in feline medicine, dentistry, and anesthesia.Our HospitalNOVA Cat Clinic provides preventive, diagnostic, medical, dental, and surgical care exclusively for cats.Our clinical services and resources include:Feline dentistry and dental radiographyDigital full-body radiographySoft-tissue surgeryIn-house and reference laboratory testingTherapeutic MLS laserTechnician appointmentsAcupunctureI-131 treatmentCubex medication managementFeline-focused examination and treatment spacesOur clients are highly engaged in their cats' care and are generally receptive to recommended diagnostics, bloodwork, dentistry, and treatment plans. This allows our team to practice thorough medicine and provide meaningful continuity of care.Join Our TeamThis role is ideal for a credentialed technician who wants their skills to matter.You will have the opportunity to help restore an important dental and surgical program, work alongside supportive doctors, and build relationships with clients who are committed to their cats' care.BenefitsWe're passionate about helping you reach your greatest potential– both at work and at home. As a result, our total compensation package is outstanding and rewarding:Great pay with competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage401K with a company match of up to 4%- after 6 months of serviceGenerous paid time offMental Health ResourcesCompany-paid bonding leavePlus, special benefits to utilize for your own pet:Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and productsPet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testingPet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foodsPet Insurance: Discounts available with our preferred vendorRequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalentVeterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) requiredRarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions.Joining our fun and team-first atmosphere comes with a level of support that's hard to find anywhere else. Everything we do is with purpose – down to the way we invest in our people and create long-overdue change in the industry. We're hyper-focused on supporting our professionals, so they can focus on bringing the gold standard of medicine to our patients and their families.Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.