Specialty Veterinary Technician
Role Overview
A long-standing parter in both the local and veterinary community, Friendship Hospital for Animals is dedicated to delivering the highest level of medicine for the pets and families of the D.C metro. By continuing to foster a culture of education in addition to compassion, our elite medical team can deliver the gold standard of medicine across multiple specialties. We invite you to join a community where you are valued, encouraged to grow, and get to make an impactful difference every day.
Who We’re Looking For
At the heart of our hospital is an exceptional team of veterinary technicians. As we continue to grow our specialty services, we are always on the lookout for those individuals that are excited to grow with us and are excited to continue to shape the future of specialty veterinary medicine.
Friendship offers a plethora of specialties, but we are currently interested in speaking with qualified candidates for Emergency and Critical Care, Anesthesia, and Medical Oncology. This includes opportunities for leadership roles within both Specialty and ER, as well as various shifts creating something for everyone, no matter what your availability and skill level.
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Who We Are
A long-standing parter in both the local and veterinary community, Friendship Hospital for Animals is dedicated to delivering the highest level of medicine for the pets and families of the D.C metro. By continuing to foster a culture of education in addition to compassion, our elite medical team can deliver the gold standard of medicine across multiple specialties. We invite you to join a community where you are valued, encouraged to grow, and get to make an impactful difference every day.
Who We’re Looking For
At the heart of our hospital is an exceptional team of veterinary technicians. As we continue to grow our specialty services, we are always on the lookout for those individuals that are excited to grow with us and are excited to continue to shape the future of specialty veterinary medicine.
Friendship offers a plethora of specialties, but we are currently interested in speaking with qualified candidates for Emergency and Critical Care, Anesthesia, and Medical Oncology. This includes opportunities for leadership roles within both Specialty and ER, as well as various shifts creating something for everyone, no matter what your availability and skill level.
Qualifications
- Our ideal candidates are detail-oriented, quick-thinking, and possess strong clinical & communication skills. We’re especially interested in individuals who have worked in Emergency and Specialty practices with experience in advanced technician and nursing skills including intensive monitoring, emergency triage, anesthesia monitoring, and advanced diagnostics. You should feel confident adapting to evolving patient needs, collaborating with multiple services, and educating intern doctors and peers on best practices.
- Education/Experience Requirements
- Licensed or Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) preferred
- Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience, preferably within a specialty field
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation, including shift differentials
- Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA
- Generous PTO and CE allowance, including support for VTS advancement
- Life insurance and 401(k) with match
- License, credential, and professional dues reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Metro discounts with easy access to public transportation
- Pet care discounts
- Access to advanced specialty medicine and technology, including MRI, CT, ventilators, dialysis, and more
- A welcoming, collaborative culture that values compassion, learning, mentorship, and professional growth
- Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS):
- $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified ICU technicians
- Credentialed Technicians (CVT/LVT/RVT):
- $2,500 sign-on bonus for qualified ICU technicians
- We're looking for veterinary professionals who embrace a collaborative, compassionate, and ethical environment where teammates support one another, share knowledge, continue learning, and provide exceptional care to every patient and family.
- Friendship Hospital for Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- Ready to join the team? Apply today or learn more at friendshiphospital.com.
- US Pay Range$30—$38 USD
Preferred Qualifications
- Licensed or Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) preferred
About Friendship Hospital for Animals
Providing primary, emergency, and specialty veterinary care in Washington, DC.
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