Overview
Licensed Veterinary Technician- Equine Veterinary Practice Jobs in The Plains, VA at The Piedmont Equine Practice
Join a Leading Equine Veterinary Team
The Piedmont Equine Practice is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our established equine hospital in The Plains, Virginia. This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinary technician looking to build a long-term career in equine medicine, surgery, anesthesia, emergency care, and advanced diagnostics.
Our hospital provides comprehensive equine veterinary services to a diverse caseload, including performance horses, sport horses, and general equine patients. We are looking for a technician who is passionate about high-quality patient care, enjoys working in a collaborative hospital setting, and is eager to continue learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians with equine examinations, diagnostics, and treatment plans
- Provide nursing care for hospitalized equine patients
- Support equine anesthesia for surgical and diagnostic procedures
- Assist with advanced imaging, including CT and nuclear scintigraphy
- Prepare and monitor patients during surgery and recovery
- Participate in emergency and critical care cases
- Communicate professionally with horse owners and clients
- Maintain accurate medical records and treatment notes
- Support overall hospital operations and patient care workflow
Services Offered at Our Hospital
Our equine practice offers advanced veterinary services including:
- Preventive and wellness care
- Sports medicine
- Lameness evaluations
- Equine surgery
- Dentistry
- Diagnostic imaging
- CT scans
- Nuclear scintigraphy
- Intensive care
- 24-hour emergency services
Schedule & Work Environment
This position requires 36–40 hours per week. While primarily a day shift, it does include on call shifts for both evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and create schedules in advance whenever possible. Additional stipends are provided for on-call shifts.
Compensation
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Additional shift differential for on-call coverage
Benefits
We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:
- 100% employer-paid employee health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching (6% after one year)
- Paid time off
- Continuing education stipend
- Employee assistance program
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Employee discount
Qualifications
Candidates are required to have:
- Current LVT, CVT, or RVT certification/licensure
- 5+ years of working with equines
Preferred candidates will have:
- Experience in equine anesthesia, surgery, or emergency medicine
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment
- Interest in advanced equine medicine and diagnostics
Why Work at Piedmont Equine Practice?
At The Piedmont Equine Practice, we offer more than just a job — we offer a place to grow professionally in equine veterinary medicine. Our team is supportive, highly skilled, and committed to creating a positive workplace culture where employees are respected and encouraged to develop their careers.
If you are an experienced or newly licensed veterinary technician with a passion for horses and equine medicine, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 – $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- equine technician: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Veterinary Technician License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Licensed Veterinary Technician- Equine Veterinary Practice
Company: The Piedmont Equine Practice
Location: The Plains, VA
