Do you love emergency medicine but want to practice it in a hospital that feels collaborative, modern, and genuinely supportive?
Shenandoah Veterinary Associates is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing emergency and critical care team. We are an independently owned emergency hospital serving Roanoke and Southwest Virginia from a newly renovated, 16,000 square foot facility designed specifically for advanced patient care, team efficiency, and client comfort.
This is an opportunity to help shape a growing hospital while practicing the kind of medicine you trained for. You will work with experienced emergency veterinarians, skilled support staff, and technology that allows you to use your license and clinical judgment to their fullest.
A hospital built for emergency medicine!
Our facility includes:
- A fully equipped in house laboratory
- Digital radiography
- Ultrasound
- Digital medical records
- AI supported clinical systems
- Advanced surgical and anesthesia equipment
- Dedicated hospitalization and treatment areas
- Separate dog and cat spaces
- A dedicated isolation ward
- Continuous monitoring for hospitalized patients
As we continue to grow, we plan to expand our hours and add advanced specialty services. Joining us now means having the opportunity to grow with the hospital and help develop the systems, standards, and culture that will guide our future.
What you will do
As an Emergency LVT, you will play a central role in patient care and clinical decision making. Responsibilities include:
- Triage and initial patient assessment
- Placement and maintenance of intravenous and urinary catheters
- Blood collection and in house diagnostic testing
- Emergency stabilization and critical care nursing
- Anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Surgical preparation and assistance
- Administration of medications, fluids, and blood products
- Monitoring and documenting hospitalized patients
- Supporting CPR and other emergency procedures
- Communicating clearly and compassionately with clients
- Maintaining accurate medical records
- Helping train and support veterinary assistants and newer team members
- Contributing to the development of emergency protocols and hospital procedures
Who we are looking for
The right candidate will have:
- A current Virginia LVT license or the ability to obtain one
- Strong technical and patient assessment skills
- The ability to remain calm and organized during urgent situations
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A commitment to high quality, compassionate medicine
- Comfort working evenings, weekends, and some holidays
Emergency or specialty experience is preferred, but we are also open to an experienced LVT who is ready to advance into emergency medicine with the right training and support.
Why join Shenandoah?
We believe excellent patient care starts with a team that feels respected, supported, and trusted. You will not be treated as simply another pair of hands. We want our LVTs to use their knowledge, contribute ideas, and have a meaningful voice in how care is delivered.
We offer:
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Continuing education support
- Employee pet care benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership
- A modern, thoughtfully designed workplace
- The opportunity to help build a growing emergency and specialty hospital
If you are ready to practice emergency medicine in a high tech hospital where teamwork, professional respect, and compassionate care matter, we would love to meet you.
Apply today to join Shenandoah Veterinary Associates and help us build the future of emergency and specialty veterinary care in Southwest Virginia.
Shenandoah Veterinary Associates is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
