Arlington Animal Hospital has been a dedicated partner in pet healthcare in the Arlington community since 1938. We treat pets like our own, and we look for teammates who share that deep commitment to compassion and excellence. You will join an environment dedicated to quality, recognized by our American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accreditation. This distinction means we regularly meet or exceed rigorous standards covering surgery, patient care, diagnostic imaging, emergency services, and anesthesiology. This commitment to superior care is reflected in our excellent 4.7-star community rating. If you are ready to put your clinical skills to use in a highly respected and established practice, we invite you to do your best work here. You will be integrated into a stable and experienced team that includes four Associate DVMs and a dedicated Medical Director. Working alongside this group of established clinicians, you will find consistent support and opportunities to learn and refine your skill set. Our long history in Arlington ensures deep community ties and a steady, appreciative client base. We prioritize an environment where every teammate feels valued and equipped to handle the varying demands of high-quality veterinary medicine, ensuring you have the structure necessary to succeed every day. The clinical services at Arlington Animal Hospital are comprehensive, covering wellness and preventative medicine, testing and diagnostics, and advanced care procedures. Our AAHA accreditation guarantees that you will be working with protocols that meet the highest standards for patient safety and clinical rigor, particularly in complex areas like surgical procedures, emergency care, diagnostic imaging, and anesthesiology. We provide the tools and procedures necessary for you to practice cutting-edge medicine, whether you are managing routine pet wellness or overseeing critical cases requiring advanced intervention. Located in Arlington, Virginia, you are joining a vibrant, highly educated, and engaged community. Arlington offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and accessibility, situated immediately across the Potomac River from Washington D.C. This location provides access to world-class museums, arts, dining, and outdoor activities, ensuring a robust quality of life outside of the hospital. For veterinary professionals, working in Arlington means serving clients who are deeply invested in their pet's health and who appreciate the level of medical excellence you provide.

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Full Time

Arlington Animal Hospital – Arlington, VA

📍 2301 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204

🌐 www.myarlingtonvet.com

🐾 AAHA Accredited | Established 1938

$30 - $37/hour

$4000 Sign on bonus for eligible candidates

Join a Legacy of Compassionate Care

Arlington Animal Hospital has proudly served the Arlington community and surrounding areas since 1938. Originally located in an older building, we moved to our modern, fully-equipped facility in 2019. As an AAHA-accredited practice, we are dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized care for dogs and cats—many of whom we’ve treated across generations of pet parents.

We’re currently looking to add a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to our team of five veterinarians and a highly collaborative support staff.

🔍 What We’re Looking For:

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Must be licensed or license-eligible in Virginia (new grads welcome!)
Confident in technical skills and ready to support high-quality medical care
Values open communication, equal treatment, and teamwork
Enthusiastic about client education and patient advocacy

🏥 Hospital Highlights:

AAHA-accredited since 2019
30–40 minute appointments to allow for in-room care and strong client communication
Surgery performed Tuesdays & Fridays (soft tissue; orthopedics referred out)
Digital dental radiography on every dental
In-house Idexx lab equipment
Avimark practice software
Mobile diagnostic ultrasound via Butterfly Ultrasound

💼 Work Environment & Culture:

We’ve built a tight-knit, community-focused team where:

Everyone is treated equally and respected
Communication is open, honest, and constructive
We minimize taking pets “to the back” to prioritize in-room care and comfort
Longstanding client relationships are the norm—and we often see multiple generations of pet families

📆 Schedule & Benefits:

4-day work week with rotating Saturdays (clinic hours listed below)
Same weekday off every week
Closed Sundays – no after-hours or on-call responsibilities
Competitive compensation based on experience
Supportive onboarding and mentorship, especially for new grads

Hospital Hours:

Monday: 8am – 8pm
Tuesday – Friday: 8am – 6pm
Saturday: 8am – 2pm
Sunday: Closed

If you’re passionate about veterinary medicine and want to work in a supportive, client-centered environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Your Impact as a Licensed Veterinary Technician

Note: The Licensed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state’s Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.

Utilize Your Full Skillset: You'll be a vital part of the medical team, providing comprehensive patient care, including administering treatments, monitoring anesthesia, and performing lab work.
Be a Leader and Mentor: You’ll guide and support the medical team, ensuring an efficient workflow while mentoring others to help them grow their skills and careers.
Partner with Clients: You'll be a key point of contact for pet owners, educating them on treatments, reviewing medical records, and confidently answering their questions.
Contribute to a Positive Culture: You'll play an active role in training, providing feedback, and maintaining the high standards of our hospital environment.

What You'll Bring to the Team

Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
A current state veterinary technician license (LVT) in good standing.
Proficiency in a range of technical skills, including nursing, surgery, dental care, radiology, and laboratory procedures.
A calm and efficient approach, especially in fast-paced or stressful situations.
Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively.
One year of experience in the veterinary industry is preferred.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Competitive Compensation

Competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off and opportunities for tuition reimbursement to advance your career.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and career growth.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: providing excellent patient care.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. This role requires routine exposure to animals and medical equipment in a potentially noisy environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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