Job Description About Herndon Animal Medical Center At Herndon Animal Medical Center, we believe great care starts with really knowing the pets and families we serve. Every visit is personal, not just a number on the schedule. Great medicine here starts with a great team: our doctors, technicians, assistants, and client service crew work together, and we've built a culture around communication, respect, and speaking up for the patient in front of you. If you bring a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and genuine care for people and animals, you'll fit right in. What You'll Actually Be Doing As an LVT here, you're not just following orders, you're a clinical partner our doctors trust and rely on. This is a role with real responsibility, real variety, and real room to use everything you learned to get licensed. On any given day, you might: Work directly alongside our doctors through appointments, exams, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures. Your clinical judgment matters here, not just your hands. Place IV catheters, draw blood, give injections, and administer medications with confidence and a gentle touch.

Run point on anesthesia:

prepping patients, monitoring vitals through surgery, and guiding them safely through recovery. Assist with surgical prep and dental procedures, keeping things sterile, efficient, and safe. Take radiographs and dental x-rays and help interpret diagnostic imaging alongside the doctor. Run in-house labs and prep samples headed to outside reference labs. Accuracy here directly shapes a patient's treatment plan. Keep a close eye on hospitalized patients and flag any status changes to the doctor before they become bigger problems. Talk directly with clients about their pet's care, home instructions, and follow-up. Keep medical records precise and support smooth pharmacy workflows, because good documentation is good medicine. Keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready to go at a moment's notice. Mentor veterinary assistants and newer teammates, helping build the same skills and confidence someone helped you build. Who We're Looking For Current Virginia LVT license is required. Experience in a veterinary hospital or clinical setting. Strong technical chops across patient care, anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and diagnostics. A clear communicator with clients, doctors, and teammates alike. Someone who stays organized and composed even when the day goes sideways. Detail-oriented, especially when it comes to medical records — the little things matter. A team player who shows up, follows through, and takes ownership. Genuinely coachable and always looking to sharpen your skills. Comfortable with computers and practice management software. Able to safely lift and restrain pets as needed. What You Get in Return $27

• 34/hour, based on experience and skill level.

Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with company match. Paid time off. Continuing education support and license reimbursement — we invest in your license staying strong. Uniform allowance. Employee pet care discounts (yes, for your own pets). Real training and professional development, not just a binder you skim once. A team that's got your back, focused on great care and great people.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, full-time; No nights or

Weekends Location:

In person — Herndon, VA Virginia Veterinary Technician License required National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership. At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
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• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.

com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA! NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation. < Back to search results Apply now

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