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Licensed Veterinary Technician

CompanyVirginia Beach S P C A Inc.
LocationVirginia Beach
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 27, 2026
About The Company
For 60 years, we’ve served the community with one unwavering belief: compassion has the power to reduce suffering and change lives. From sheltering and adoption to affordable veterinary care, wildlife triage, humane education, and community support services, we meet animals and families where they are. Our work extends far beyond our walls — we collaborate with local and regional partners, respond to emerging animal welfare needs, and ensure that every act of care reflects kindness, dignity, and respect. We provide urgent medical treatment, help families keep their pets through difficult times, support wildlife in crisis, and teach the next generation what empathy in action looks like. Every day, we move closer to a more humane and responsible community for all. After six decades of service, our commitment remains the same.
About the Role

The Virginia Beach SPCA (VBSPCA) Veterinary Clinic is a full-service clinic that focuses on high-volume spay/neuter, dental procedures, specialty surgeries, and routine veterinary care. Our clinic also operates the VBSPCA Neuter Scooter, a mobile spay/neuter vehicle and the VBSPCA Wellness Clinic that focuses on routine vaccination care. 


Our Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) are essential members of our dedicated team of veterinary professionals. Their knowledge and skillset support the lifesaving and life improving work we accomplish for the Hampton Road Communities. 


Compensation: $26 - $28 an hour based on experience and skill.


We are offering a $1,500 sign-on bonus for our newly hired LVTs. Sign-on bonuses will be paid out at $500 after 90 days and at $1,000 at your one year anniversary milestone.* 


Our Full-Time LVTs receive the following benefits:

  • Competitive pay based on skill and experience

  • Paid Time Off of 120 hours awarded at the start of each new year; a prorated amount provided at time of hire 

  • 8 Annual paid holidays

  • Annual, employer paid continuing education

  • Access to Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits 

  • Employee assistance program

  • Access to reduced cost veterinary care at our facility

  • VA licensing fees - paid by the VBSPCA


A full list of VBSPCA Benefits can be provided upon request 


Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Active LVT licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia


Full-Time positions are 34-40 hours a week with dynamic scheduling. This position can be scheduled at our Main Clinic, our Mobile Veterinary Unit, or at our Wellness Clinic.

*Employees will be provided with a sign-on bonus agreement at time of employment offer

Key Skills
Veterinary careSpay/neuterDental proceduresSpecialty surgeriesVaccination careClinical supportAnimal healthSurgical assistance
Categories
HealthcareScience & Research
Benefits
Competitive payPaid time offPaid holidaysContinuing educationMedical insuranceVision insuranceDental insuranceEmployee assistance programReduced cost veterinary careLicensing fees paidSign-on bonus
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Licensed Veterinary Technicians provide essential support for high-volume spay/neuter, dental procedures, and specialty surgeries. They also assist with routine veterinary care and vaccinations across the clinic, mobile unit, and wellness center.
📋Job Type
full time hourly
💰Salary Range
$26 - $28
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
54
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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