Colonial Animal Hospital has been a trusted part of the Springfield, Virginia community for more than 60 years. Founded by Dr. Norman Breslauer in the early 1960s, the hospital has built a longstanding reputation for providing high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. Today, Colonial offers a wide range of services, including wellness care, radiology, surgery, dentistry, and grooming.
Veterinary Technician | Colonial Animal Hospital | Springfield, VA
Compensation: $19–$31/hour, commensurate with licensure and experience
Position Summary:
The Veterinary Technician plays a vital role inassistingveterinarians and the medical support teamtoensurethe delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. This positionis responsible forperforming a variety of technical, clinical, and client education duties that enhance efficiency, promote a safe and collaborative hospital environment, and elevate the overall client experience. The Veterinary Technician alsoassistsinmaintainingconsistent, excellent medical standards and operational flow.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, CRI management, medication administration, feeding tube placement, and ongoing monitoring.
- Prepare,monitor, and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout all phases of care.
- Assistveterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures, providing proper restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring.
- Perform laboratory diagnostics including urinalysis, hematology,fecals, and cytology; accurately document, interpret, and communicate results asappropriate.
- Operate andmaintaindiagnostic equipment, including radiology and ultrasound systems, in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed,maintainingstrict compliance with DEA, OSHA, and hospital regulations.
- Maintainaccuratedaily controlled drug logs and ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of controlled substances.
- Create, review, and enter treatment plans accurately in the medical record system.
- Support hospital operations throughaccuratemedical recordkeeping, charge entry, and chart auditing.
- Provide compassionate, clear client education related to preventative care, treatment plans, medications, products, and nutritional recommendations.
- Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and surgical areas, ensuring sterile conditions for medical and surgical procedures.
- Monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, andassistwith ordering medical supplies as needed.
- Promote a positive and professional workplace culture through effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration across departments.
- Ensure all duties are performedin accordance withstate practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies.
- Performadditionalduties as assigned based on hospital needs.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of two years of experience as a Veterinary Technician preferred.
- Demonstratedproficiencyin anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry.
- Basic computer literacy, including the ability to navigate practice management software and use Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communicationand organizational skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Maintains professionalism, composure, and sound judgment in emotionally charged or high-stress situations.
- Capable ofmultitasking in a fast-paced setting whilemaintainingaccuracy and attention to detail.
- Compassionate and committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service.
- Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 150 pounds.
- Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.
Hours:
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations
Compensation and Benefits:
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible toparticipatein our401(k) retirementplan. Other benefits include paid time off, paidholidaysand access to employeeassistanceprogram.
