Ethos Veterinary Health
Veterinary Lab Technician
Veterinary Lab Technician - Short Pump, VA - Full Time
The Virginia Veterinary Center (VVC) in Short Pump, VA is hiring a full- time Veterinary Lab Technician to join our team!
Why choose VVC? VVC recognizes the struggles of veterinary professionals. We have an onsite Veterinary Wellbeing Specialist to help guide our team members to a better and healthier professional career. The culture of our hospital is one of our top priorities, we spend a lot of time training new employees, and our management is present. Work life balance is a key component to our team members. Most team members are off 2 weekends a month.
We are committed to the professional development of our team members and provide opportunities for advancement. Experience is always a plus, but we are also willing to train and mentor new graduates. We recognize the importance of work/life balance and strive to provide a schedule conducive to maintaining a healthy work/life balance for all our employees. Students in their 3rd semester are welcome to apply (some scheduling limitations apply when working as a student LVT)
Position Overview:
The Laboratory Technician is responsible for supporting veterinarians in diagnostic processes by performing in-house laboratory tests and procedures essential for diagnosing and treating animals. The technician must demonstrate proficiency with laboratory equipment, a solid understanding of veterinary laboratory protocols, and strong attention to detail to ensure accurate and timely test results.
Primary Responsibilities:
Sample Collection & Handling:
We are committed to the professional development of our team members and provide opportunities for advancement. Experience is always a plus, but we are also willing to train and mentor new graduates. We recognize the importance of work/life balance and strive to provide a schedule conducive to maintaining a healthy work/life balance for all our employees. Students in their 3rd semester are welcome to apply (some scheduling limitations apply when working as a student LVT)
Position Overview:
The Laboratory Technician is responsible for supporting veterinarians in diagnostic processes by performing in-house laboratory tests and procedures essential for diagnosing and treating animals. The technician must demonstrate proficiency with laboratory equipment, a solid understanding of veterinary laboratory protocols, and strong attention to detail to ensure accurate and timely test results.
Primary Responsibilities:
Sample Collection & Handling:
- Collect, prepare, and process various biological samples (blood, urine, feces, tissue, etc.) following veterinary and laboratory protocols.
- Ensure accurate labeling and tracking of all samples.
- Diagnostic Testing:
- Perform in-house diagnostic testing, including: Complete Blood Counts, Blood Chemistry Panels, Urinalysis, Fecal Analysis and Parasite Identification, Cytology (skin, ears, fine needle aspirates), SNAP and ELISA tests for common diseases (e.g, heartworm, FeLV/FIV, parovirus)
Equipment Operation & Management:
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment (hematology analyzers, chemistry analyzers, microscopes, centrifuges).
- Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and report malfunctions to management.
Quality Control & Compliance:
- Follow established quality control procedures to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
- Maintain a clean and organized laboratory space in accordance with safety and biohazard regulations.
- Adhere to OSHA, AAHA, and other regulatory guidelines.
Collaboration & Communication:
- Communicate test results and diagnostic input to veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
- Document laboratory findings clearly in patient records using veterinary management software.
- Communicate effectively regarding test interpretations and urgencies.
Inventory Management:
- Monitor and maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and reorder as necessary.
Qualifications:
Education & Certification:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field (preferred).
Experience:
- 1-2 years of experience in a veterinary clinic, hospital, or laboratory preferred.
- Familiarity with veterinary laboratory equipment and diagnostics.
Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in lab work.
- Organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to handle biological samples safely.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Salary:
- Compensation is based on experience and skill set. $20 - 28/hr
Schedule:
- 4/10 hour shifts per week
- Weekend's and holiday's as needed
Benefits:
- Generous paid time off
- CE allowance
- Yearly scrub allowance
- Personal pet discount
- Paid License Renewals
- Quarterly Bonus Opportunity
- Relocation Assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance
- 401(k)
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee Referral program
- Relocation assistance
We are excited to announce Ethos Veterinary Health as our new name. Ethos is the new, industry-leading community of legacy Ethos Veterinary Health, Compassion-First Pet Hospitals, SAGE Veterinary Centers, and legacy NVA Specialty and Emergency hospitals. This powerful new community brings together a dynamic network of ~145 hospitals, an unmatched team of experts, cutting-edge technology, and an unwavering commitment to the advancement of the animal health profession and better patient outcomes.
Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.
Ethos Veterinary Health 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, Ethos Veterinary Health 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.
Ethos Veterinary Health 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.
