Specialty Veterinary Technician

Are you an advanced veterinary professional looking to make an impact in a specialty environment with the prestige of academia but the approachability of private practice? Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington D.C. is seeking experienced and qualified Veterinary Technicians to support our specialty teams. Come make an impact as part of a diverse and collaborative team!

A long-standing parter in both the local and veterinary community, Friendship Hospital for Animals is dedicated to delivering the highest level of medicine for the pets and families of the D.C metro. By continuing to foster a culture of education in addition to compassion, our elite medical team can deliver the gold standard of medicine across multiple specialties. We invite you to join a community where you are valued, encouraged to grow, and get to make an impactful difference every day.

At the heart of our hospital is an exceptional team of veterinary technicians. As we continue to grow our specialty services, we are always on the lookout for those individuals that are excited to grow with us and are excited to continue to shape the future of specialty veterinary medicine.

Friendship offers a plethora of specialties, but we are currently interested in speaking with qualified candidates for Emergency and Critical Care, Anesthesia, and Medical Oncology. This includes opportunities for leadership roles within both Specialty and ER, as well as various shifts creating something for everyone, no matter what your availability and skill level.  

Our ideal candidates are detail-oriented, quick-thinking, and possess strong clinical & communication skills. We’re especially interested in individuals who have worked in Emergency and Specialty practices with experience in advanced technician and nursing skills including intensive monitoring, emergency triage, anesthesia monitoring, and advanced diagnostics. You should feel confident adapting to evolving patient needs, collaborating with multiple services, and educating intern doctors and peers on best practices.

• Licensed or Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) preferred
• Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience, preferably within a specialty field

• $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified ICU technicians

• $2,500 sign-on bonus for qualified ICU technicians

We're looking for veterinary professionals who embrace a collaborative, compassionate, and ethical environment where teammates support one another, share knowledge, continue learning, and provide exceptional care to every patient and family.

Friendship Hospital for Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Ready to join the team?
Apply today or learn more at friendshiphospital.com.