Licensed Veterinary Technician – Oncology- Full-Time – Richmond

Partner Veterinary is looking for an Oncology Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our Richmond, VA team! 

The leadership team at Partner Veterinary is distinctively reflective of the veterinary industry, comprising DVMs, licensed technicians, and women. This includes experienced technicians across various specialties – from anesthesia to oncology. We understand the unique challenges and rewards of your role.

At Partner, we believe in the power and potential of veterinary technicians. That’s why we’ve created a workplace where LVTs not only have a voice but are the driving force behind our success.

Be a part of reimagining and transforming the veterinary profession by joining our team at the our Emergency and Specialty hospital in Richmond, VA!  

Looking to grow your veterinary career? Partner Veterinary has you covered!

  • We provide our LVTs with the tools, resources, training, and administrative support to promote advancement of your skills leading to increased job satisfaction. 
  • Partner Veterinary has a dedicated Learning and Development Department to help credentialed technicians achieve their goals. Led by two veterinary technician specialists, Heather Carter and Christine Weaver, our Learning and Development Department has an impressive track record of helping Technicians achieve advanced certifications such as VTS, CVPP, and/or CVRP.

We set you up for success from day 1:

  • We gift you a *wellness week of PTO after 90 days in your position. This includes 30-40 hours of extra time off dependent upon your weekly schedule. Partner Veterinary recognizes the demand that is on team members, and this wellness week allows you to rest and relax with a week off after your initial 90 days.

What does your day look like at Partner?

Partner Veterinary is seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician for our Oncology service who is excited to leverage their specialized skills to care for patients and families combating cancer. The Oncology RVT for Partner Veterinary is able to practice at the height of their skills. This is achieved through exhibiting knowledge in diagnostic procedures, tumor classifications/terminology, and, most importantly, recognizing the needs of our patients and clients. These needs range from compassionate care and communication for our clients to delivering analgesics and nutritional support to our patients.

Our team member benefits and perks:

Benefits:

  • *Paid wellness week off after completing 90 days
  • Relocation assistance available
  • +3 weeks paid vacation, prorated your first year
  • $1,000 in continuing education allowance
  • 1 week of continuing education PTO
  • Annual uniform allowance
  • Contribution to health insurance
  • 401K
  • Vision and Dental Coverage
  • Short Term Disability Coverage
  • Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Perks:

  • Case report reviews and topic rounds to sharpen your skills
  • Hands on training and workshops to expand your expertise
  • Clear and transparent career development paths      
  • RECOVER certification programs
  • One-on-one mentoring from seasoned LVTS and VTS
  • Exclusive VetBloom content tailored to your needs
  • Bring your pet to work during your shift
  • Get complete role-specific training
  • Clear and transparent career development path; VTS mentorship available

Our 20,000 square foot reimagined building and team design includes:

  • Conscious and deliberate building design layout that encourages interdepartmental communication and collaboration
  • Unique support roles that enable our team to practice at your highest level 
  • Ample equipment to enable you to provide stellar patient care 
  • Scribes document exams and facilitate discharging appointments  
  • Care Advocates perform client communications, review estimates, and grief discussions to promote continuity of care
  • Onsite advanced diagnostics, such as MRI, CT, Fluoroscopy, and more!

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years veterinary experience in a specialty environment, experience in Oncology preferred
  • Graduate of accredited veterinary technology program; veterinary technician “in good standing” so applicant is or eligible to transfer registration to Virginia
  • Knowledge and dedication to high standard and fear-free patient care practices
  • Strong communication skills with clients and teammates; ability to collaborate with the teams across the Partner network
  • Adaptability in various learning strategies and keen interest to continuing to develop as a technician and team member

Physical Requirements (ability to) : 

  • Quickly process, analyze, and react to unplanned and emergent medical situations without delay, so as to ensure the safety of team members and patients
  • Stand for up to 12 hours with limited breaks
  • Lift up to 40 lbs. without assistance 

Our core values:

  • Reimagine
  • Empower
  • Community Care  

About us:  

Our mission statement is our commitment to our team: Partner Veterinary’s mission is to provide the best workplace for veterinary talent so that we are the provider of choice for expert and compassionate emergency and specialty veterinary care in our communities.

Salary Description

$25-$35 per hour