Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Barker Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment — balancing exam room care, surgical support, high-volume dentistry, and client communication at a high clinical level. At Barker, there's no front vs. back divide: everyone is eager to jump in where needed, and we've built a collaborative, supportive culture since opening in 2016 that we're genuinely proud of. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring.

This is a fully Fear Free certified practice where every patient interaction is handled with care and intention — and all 4 of our DVMs are Fear Free certified to match.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Splitting time between exam room, outpatient, and surgical caseload support
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery for soft tissue surgeries, spays/neuters, and more
• Assisting in surgery and supporting a high-volume dental program, including full-mouth digital radiographs, oral charting, ultrasonic scaling, and polishing
• Performing venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration
• Running in-house diagnostics and supporting laboratory sample collection
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $27.00 – $32.00 per hour, for each hour worked
• Schedule: This is a full-time or part-time position (part-time 2–3 days/week) with a flexible 4 x 10 schedule, Monday–Friday with the possibility of rotating Saturday shifts in the future as our team grows. No on-call or emergency hours.

Full-time Benefits Package:

• Bonus package: $2,000 based on active, good-standing LVT credentials in the state of Virginia
• CE allowance: $500–$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law.

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience; training considered for the right candidate
• Active, good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license in Virginia required
• Recent graduates pending VTNE testing, or out-of-state license-holders eligible to transfer, are encouraged to apply
• Reliability and attendance are essential — a consistent, dependable presence is a must
• Excellent communication skills — the ability to communicate clearly with your team is as important as your clinical skillset
• Proficiency in the following skills is required:
  • Safe, low-stress, Fear Free patient handling and restraint
  • Outpatient care and exam room workflow management
  • Venipuncture and basic patient assessment
  • Client education and communication
  • Accurate medical record documentation and exam notes/scribing
• Skills we're willing to help you develop:
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and digital dental radiography
  • IV catheter placement and medication administration
  • In-house laboratory diagnostics (IDEXX)
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols

Why choose Barker Animal Hospital?

Barker Animal Hospital is a Fear Free certified, 4-doctor small animal practice in Chesapeake, VA, known for high-quality dentistry, a strong surgical program, and a team culture built on unity, communication, and genuine work-life balance. Open since 2016, our 4,600 sq ft facility is fully equipped with digital radiography, digital dental X-rays, in-house IDEXX laboratory, ultrasound, laser therapy, and more — giving our technicians the tools they need to practice at the highest level.

Our team is led by an experienced Medical Director and Certified Veterinary Hospital Manager. Work-life balance isn't just something we talk about, it's something we practice every day. Located in the Hampton Roads area of Chesapeake, VA — with easy coastal access, affordable living, and a community feel — Barker is a great place to build a long-term career in veterinary medicine with a team that will genuinely invest in yours.

Apply today — we look forward to hearing from you!

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