If you are interested in a career with Ballston Animal Hospital, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
Ballston Animal Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsible for providing a variety of client, nursing, technical and administrative tasks on an on-going basis related to a veterinary hospital. Responsible for greeting clients, handling pets, administering medications, shots, x-rays, preparing surgical suites, supporting surgery, clean-up of facilitates and cages, complete clinical laboratory tests, etc. Respond to questions and/or provide information upon request from clients (internal and external). Assist clients and potential clients in understanding and utilizing the hospital’s products and services.
Requirements: Minimum degree from an AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) accredited community college plus a minimum 2 years previous clinical experience. BS highly desirable must pass the Virginia State Board and possess a current state license. The LVT must possess a broad knowledge of animal science, medicine, and husbandry, including a basic knowledge of pharmacology and sufficient mathematical skills to ensure the administration of the accurate drug and fluid doses. Must be able to successfully restrain animals, complete clinical laboratory tests (urinalysis, venipuncture, dental prophylaxis, take blood sample), use multiple radiology techniques, administer anesthesia and monitor animals while under anesthesia, assist in surgery and perform dental cleanings.
