Career Opportunities

The Hope Advanced Veterinary Center's Emergency Department is seeking veterinary professionals who are passionate about providing excellent patient care and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Our collaborative team of technicians, assistants, and doctors has fostered a culture of safety and value, where every staff member contributes their expertise, resulting in greater achievements together.

Emergency Licensed Veterinary Technician Responsibilities:

• Deliver quality veterinary care and exceptional service to patients and clients.
• Perform examinations, diagnostics, and assist in surgeries.
• Provide nursing care, feeding, and general patient support.
• Maintain medical supplies and equipment.
• Oversee patient triage, discharge, and medical record upkeep.

Essential Position Functions:

• Conduct examinations, interviews, and diagnostic tests to determine animal requirements.
• Provide comprehensive care including vital signs, medications, and wound care.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures.
• Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology for optimal pet care.
• Manage medications, maintain cleanliness, and follow sterilization protocols.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate with pet owners.
• Perform equipment maintenance, inventory management, and supply ordering.
• Stay updated with industry knowledge through education.
• Release groomed animals to owners and follow instructions.
• Complete additional assigned duties as needed.

Schedule:

• Overnight shift
• Holidays
• Overtime
• Weekend availability
• Rotating Shift

Hope Advanced Veterinary Center is looking for an experienced emergency veterinarian to join our practice.  

The Hope Center is a 24 hour specialty and emergency practice in Vienna, Virginia. Our highly trained technical staff support a great group of ER veterinarians and specialists. The ER schedule comprises a mixture of days and nights, allowing for long stretches of time off. We have a strong focus on maintaining a wonderful work-life balance. Our ideal candidate is self-driven, enjoys a fast-paced environment, and recognizes the benefits of teamwork.

Specialty services at the Hope Center include Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Oncology, Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Cardiology. We also support rotating interns as well as internships in Internal Medicine and Surgery. Our ER and Specialty doctors work well together to provide complete patient care.

This position offers:

- Earning potential exceeding $170k annually

- Substantial sign-on Bonus

- Full time position working an average of just 31 hours per week

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please email your resume to Emily Lunsford at elunsford@petvetcarecenters.com or apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.

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Position Overview:

The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Essential Position Functions:

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Additional Position Functions:

Assignment to the specialty medical areas listed below may require the following additional job functions:

Dentistry

• Perform dental cleanings, polishing, and intraoral radiographs.
• Perform nerve blocks.
• Assist with dental procedures and oral surgery.

Dermatology

• Prepare and administer medications, intravenously, orally, and topically.
• Perform ear cleanings and minor flushes.
• Obtain skin scrapes and tape samples.
• Prepare skin and ear cytology.
• Induce and monitor anesthesia.
• Place intravenous catheters.

Emergency

• Assist veterinarians with a variety of emergency procedures and critical care situations.
• Monitor vitals, place catheters and take x-rays.
• Clean wounds and apply casts or bandages.
• Give injections and take blood samples.
• May have to be on call in the intensive care unit.

Imaging

• Assist veterinarians with a variety of diagnostic imaging modalities, including digital radiography, ultrasound, etc.

Integrative

• Maintain logs of pet diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up results so veterinarians can track responses to integrative care.

Internal Medicine

• Research general wellness and preventative medicine for patients.

Neurology

• Perform various technical procedures, including anesthesia support and monitoring, intravenous catheter placement, venipuncture, IV injections, wound management, drug administration assistance, bandage care, and surgery support.

Ophthalmology

• Assist veterinarians with ocular exams.
• Perform and/or assist with diagnostic testing (Schirmer Tear Testing, Tonometry, etc.).

Radiology

• Assist veterinarians with providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services to in-patient, out-patient, surgical, and emergency pets.

Surgery

• Provide extensive surgical assistance by preparing pets, scrubbing, shaving, acting as a surgical nurse, and operating specific surgical equipment and supplies.

Competencies:

• Care and Compassion: Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support.
• Team Orientation: Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals.
• Dependability: Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals.
• Initiative: Proactively looks for the opportunity to address and follow through on work activities.
• Flexibility and Multi-Tasking: Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively.
• Communication: Uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others.
• Customer Services: Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations.
• Organization and Attention to Detail: Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents.
• Adherence to Rules and Instructions: Consistently follows standard procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or the Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred or as required by State.

Position Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Overnight shift including weekends. Three 12 hour shifts or four 10 hour shifts per week. 
• Knowledge of the preparation, monitoring, and recovery of pets receiving surgery, as well as basic pet nursing.
• Ability to demonstrate and follow correct procedures in catheter placement, phlebotomy, emergency medicine, and digital radiology.
• Understand and limit the potential exposure to bites, scratches, and potential injuries.
• Able to restrain patients according to standard procedures.
• Fill prescriptions and monitor sedation procedures as directed by the veterinarian.
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• Communicate and approach job duties in a professional and mature manner.
• Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays.
• This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion.
• Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds).
• Answer phones and perform other duties as needed by the hospital.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Manager or practice.

Additional Information:

The list of essential functions and additional functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this position. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a required assignment for the position.

Hope Advanced Veterinary Center is looking for a Medical Oncologist to expand our specialty services.

Hope Advanced Veterinary Center is a 24 hour specialty and emergency practice in Vienna, VA. Our highly trained licensed technical staff support a great group of ER veterinarians and specialists.  Specialty services at Hope Advanced Veterinary Center include Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Oncology, Surgery, Rehabilitation and Cardiology with access to Radiologist support. 

Our ER and Specialty doctors work well together to provide complete patient care.  Our internal medicine service is well equipped with a 16 slice CT, ultrasound and endoscopy with access to fluoroscopy.  We also help to train and support an internal medicine intern yearly as well as two general rotating interns.

This position offers:

• High earning potential 
• Flexible scheduling (3 or 4 days a week available)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Relocation assistance if required

Hope Advanced offers a highly competitive compensation package, including a competitive salary, health insurance, 401K, PTO, generous CE allowance, additional PTO for CE, and reimbursement for membership and license fees.

To learn more email your resume to Emily Lunsford at elunsford@petvetcarecenters.com

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The Oncology Department at the Hope Advanced Veterinary Center is looking for a veterinary professional with a very specialized set of skills and talents. Our team of techs, assistants, and doctors have created a culture where clients and patients feel safe, all staff members contribute something of value and working together we achieve more.

Join our team and experience the variety that each day brings. From checking in drop-off appointments to running in-house lab-work and assisting with specialized procedures like x-rays and biopsies, our roles are diverse and ever-changing. We collaborate closely with specialists at the Hope Center to ensure our patients receive the best care possible. Whether you're handling appointments, records, or providing compassionate patient care, you'll have the chance to learn and grow. No previous oncology experience is required as our knowledgeable doctors and licensed veterinary technicians are eager to share their expertise and teach you along the way. Come be a part of our dynamic team where every day is an opportunity to make a difference.

Job Details:

• Oncology department: Mon-Fri, no weekends, flexible shifts
• Full-time: 30 hours, full-time benefits
• LVT required for chemotherapy, but not required to restrain for chemotherapy
• Physical ability for floor work and assisting procedures
• Proficiency in radiographs, IVC placements, blood draws
• Familiarity with medical terminology or willingness to learn
• Strong client communication skills in-person, phone, or email
• Interest in gentle and fear-free restraint, patient happiness
• Join a trusted and focused team that values teamwork

Schedule:

• 10-hour shift
• 12-hour shift
• Day shift
• No weekends

Position Overview:

The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Essential Position Functions:

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Additional Position Functions:

Assignment to the specialty medical areas listed below may require the following additional job functions:

Ophthalmology

• Assist veterinarians with ocular exams.
• Perform and/or assist with diagnostic testing (Schirmer Tear Testing, Tonometry, etc.).

Competencies:

• Care and Compassion: Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support.
• Team Orientation: Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals.
• Dependability: Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals.
• Initiative: Proactively looks for the opportunity to address and follow through on work activities.
• Flexibility and Multi-Tasking: Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively.
• Communication: Uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others.
• Customer Services: Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations.
• Organization and Attention to Detail: Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents.
• Adherence to Rules and Instructions: Consistently follows standard procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or the Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred or as required by State.
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.

Position Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Knowledge of the preparation, monitoring, and recovery of pets receiving surgery, as well as basic pet nursing.
• Ability to demonstrate and follow correct procedures in catheter placement, phlebotomy, emergency medicine, and digital radiology.
• Understand and limit the potential exposure to bites, scratches, and potential injuries.
• Able to restrain patients according to standard procedures.
• Fill prescriptions and monitor sedation procedures as directed by the veterinarian.
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• Communicate and approach job duties in a professional and mature manner.
• Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays.
• This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion.
• Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds).
• Answer phones and perform other duties as needed by the hospital.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Manager or practice.

Additional Information:

The list of essential functions and additional functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this position. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a required assignment for the position.

Hope Advanced Veterinary Center is looking for an Internal Medicine Specialist to expand our service.

Hope Advanced Veterinary Center is a 24 hour specialty and emergency practice in Vienna, VA. Our highly trained licensed technical staff support a great group of ER veterinarians and specialists.  Specialty services at Hope Advanced Veterinary Center include Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Oncology, Surgery, Rehabilitation and Cardiology with access to Radiologist support. 

Our ER and Specialty doctors work well together to provide complete patient care.  Our internal medicine service is well equipped with a 16 slice CT, ultrasound and endoscopy with access to fluoroscopy.  We also help to train and support an internal medicine intern yearly as well as two general rotating interns.

This position offers:

- Earning potential exceeding $300k

- Flexible scheduling (3 or 4 days a week available)

- Comprehensive benefits package

- Relocation assistance if required

Hope Advanced offers a highly competitive compensation package, including a competitive salary, health insurance, 401K, PTO, generous CE allowance, additional PTO for CE, and reimbursement for membership and license fees.

To learn more email your resume to Emily Lunsford at elunsford@petvetcarecenters.comLI-DL1