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Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Encore Vet GroupGroup

Washington DC, DC Posted

  • $26.00 to $34.00 per hour
  • Full time
  • Rotating, 10 hour shift
  • GP
  • Credential required

Benefits mentioned: Health insurance, 401(k) or retirement, CE allowance, Paid time off, Pet care discount, Uniform allowance

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Overview

Love Surgery? Looking for Variety? This Role Gives You Both. 

Some technicians are happiest when every day looks the same. Others are energized by variety, fast-paced medicine, and the opportunity to be part of complex surgical cases. if that's you, keep reading.

At CityPaws Animal Hospital, you'll support both our 14th Street and Uptown Hospitals, giving you exposure to a broader range of doctors, patients, procedures, and experiences than you would find in a traditional-single location role.

You'll be an important part of a team that performs surgery regularly, making this an excellent opportunity for a credentialed veterinary technician who enjoys anesthesia, patient monitoring, surgical support and hands-on medicine.  

Why You'll Love Us:

  • Big City Medicine: Practice in one of the nation's most vibrant veterinary communities while caring for a diverse patient population.
  • A Team That Shows Up for Each Other: We work hard, communicate openly, and support one another through busy days and challenging cases. 
  • Room to Grow: We invest in continuing education, professional development and helping our technicians build long-term careers

It’s not just about what we do—it’s how we do it. We believe in relationships, not transactions. In teamwork over ego. In curiosity, learning, and leveling up together. 

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Assist with surgical procedures
  • Monitor anesthesia and patient recovery
  • Perform dental cleanings and treatments
  • Support diagnostics and treatments
  • Place IV catheters and collect samples
  • Maintain medical records
  • Educate clients
  • Deliver exceptional patient care

You’re a Great Fit If You...

  • A Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT) who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experienced in anesthesia monitoring, diagnostics, and clinical procedures
  • Passionate about building relationships with clients and pets alike
  • A dependable team player who communicates clearly and supports others
  • Eager to continue learning and growing in your veterinary care

Schedule

  • Full-time
  • Day shift
  • 8-10 hour shift
  • Rotating weekends

Compensation

$26.00-$34.00 per hour, based on skills and experience.

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive pay, based on experience 
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 
  • Free virtual mental healthcare for household (13+)
  • Generous CE allowance + paid CE time 
  • Uniform allowance 
  • Pet care discounts for your personal pets 
  • PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave 
  • A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between) 
  • Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources 
  • A 401(k) with up to 5% company match.

Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special? Apply today!

Check us out here:  www.citypaws-14th.com

Looking for: Veterinary Technician | Vet Tech | RVT | LVT | CVT | Registered Veterinary Technician | Licensed Veterinary Technician | Certified Veterinary Technician

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Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine. Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients.

Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.

Pay Range

USD $26.00 - USD $34.00 /Hr.

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Listed pay $26.00 to $34.00 per hour ($54,080 to $70,720 a year at 2,080 hours). That is about the District of Columbia median of $29.46 an hour for vet techs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. Vet tech pay guide

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