Veterinary Technician Lead

HELP WANTED: Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician

(From the desk...uh...paws of your future patients)

Hi. Yes, I'm talking to you.

I'm a dog, or maybe a cat (depends who you ask - I contain multitudes). Either way, I visit this veterinary clinic, and let me tell you.....we need you.

Our humans are great. They try their best. But sometimes they get nervous, emotional, or ask a lot of questions. That's where you come in.

We're looking for a Lead Licensed Veterinary TEchnician who can keep things running smoothly - for us and our humans.

What you'll do (according to me):

-Help the vet humans understand what's wrong with me (even when I refuse to make eye contact)

-Lead a team of other amazing staff (please be nice to them - they give the best treats).

-Stay calm when my human is stressed, woried, or....occasionally dramatic.

-Make sure my treatments, medications, and care are on point.

-Keep everything organized (because chaos is for zoomies, not clinics)

-Help teach the team new things so they can take even better care of me.

What I'm Looking For In You:

-You are a Licensed Veterinary Technician in Virginia.

-You've got leadership experience - or you're ready to step into it.

-You can handle a fast-paced environment without losing your cool (even when I wiggle).

-You communicate clearly with both humans and pets (bonus points if you speak "treat")

-You care deeply about patient care, teamwork, and making the clinic a positive place.

Perks (according to me):

-Unlimited tail wags and purrs.

-The occasional face lick (you are welcome)

-Being part of a team that truly cares about animals and each other.

-Opportunities to grow, learn, and lead.

-Competitive pay, benefits, and sign on bonus (the humans insisted I include this).

Important Note:

I may be scared sometimes. I may not sit still. I may pretend I've never had a treat in my life. But if you are patient, kinds, and confident - I'll trust you. And that matters.

So...what do you say?

Want to be my new favorite human?

Apply Today! I'll be waiting!

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada.  Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. 

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next 

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life. 

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA 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, NVA 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.

NVA 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.