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General Information

Ref #
11135
Department
Vet Tech / Vet Assistant / VT Campus
Job Site
East Beach Veterinary Care and Housecalls, LLC
Date Published
10-24-2025
Pay Class
Full-Time
Base Min.
$ 23
Base Max.
$ 28

Description & Requirements

Company Overview
At East Beach Veterinary Care, located in beautiful Norfolk, VA, we are honored to be a partner in pet healthcare, treating your patients like our own family since 2012. We proudly focus on providing comprehensive small animal services to the community. Your future teammates are deeply committed to exceptional patient care, a commitment reflected in our outstanding 4.8-star Google rating. If you are ready to join a supportive environment and do your best work alongside dedicated veterinary professionals, this is your opportunity.

When you join East Beach Veterinary Care, you become part of a network that strongly supports your professional advancement and fosters a culture of continued education. We are dedicated to helping our teammates grow, providing focused programs designed to help you achieve your career goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership role. We ensure you have the necessary workflow support and educational resources to succeed, helping you develop deep medical confidence in every aspect of your role.

You will practice high-quality, comprehensive medicine focusing on wellness and advanced care. Our facility is equipped to handle a range of cases, offering thorough testing and diagnostics, advanced care, and surgical procedures. For complex cases, our veterinarians benefit from seamless access to internal specialty consultations across the network, ensuring every patient receives the highest level of thoughtful care. We are positioned as the community's trusted clinic for everything from preventative services to emergency care.

Norfolk, VA offers a dynamic community and an exceptional quality of life centered around the vibrant coastal atmosphere. Located near the Shore Drive area, East Beach Veterinary Care provides a fantastic base for exploring the region and enjoying the many water activities the area provides. Whether you enjoy being close to the water or engaging with a community that highly values its pets, Norfolk provides an ideal setting where you can truly connect with the patients and clients you serve.
Job Description

🌟 Job Posting: Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
Location: East Beach Veterinary Care and Housecalls, 9650 Shore Dr, Norfolk, VA 23518

💸 $2500 Sign on bonus for qualified candidates


💸 Wage: $23 - $28 per hour (based on experience)

 

📅 Employment Type: Full-time, 4-day workweek (Monday and Friday required)

Hospital Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM NO WEEKENDS!

About Us
East Beach Veterinary Care and Housecalls is a compassionate, fun, and supportive veterinary team dedicated to providing high-quality care to our furry patients. 🐾 We offer a variety of services including wellness care, soft tissue surgeries, diagnostic ultrasounds, and echocardiograms. Our team culture is rooted in positivity, collaboration, and laughter, and we are looking for an LVT to join our growing family. 💖

Our Offerings

  • 💰 Competitive Salary: $23 - $28 per hour, based on experience.

  • 🕒 Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 4-day workweek with weekends off!

  • 💼 Diverse Services: Wellness exams, soft tissue surgeries, diagnostic ultrasounds, echocardiograms, and more!

  • 🚀 Growth Opportunities: As we expand, you’ll have the chance to take on more advanced cases and grow professionally.

  • ? Team Culture: Work with a goofy, close-knit group that supports each other and makes every day a little brighter! 🌈

Our Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:

  • 💬 A Great Communicator: Comfortable educating clients about health topics like diabetes, kidney disease, vaccines, surgery, and dentistry.

  • ? Team-Oriented: A true team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.

  • 💖 Client-Focused: Confident in client interactions and providing excellent customer service.

  • 🐾 Passionate About Veterinary Care: Always learning, growing, and eager to make a difference!

What We Offer

  • 👩‍⚕️ Supportive Environment: Work alongside two full-time doctors, with a third joining in November!

  • 🌱 Growth Potential: Take on more responsibilities and play an integral role as we expand our capabilities!

 

We can’t wait to meet you and welcome you to our team! 🎉

Your Impact as a Licensed Veterinary Technician

Note: The Licensed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state’s Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.

  • Utilize Your Full Skillset: You'll be a vital part of the medical team, providing comprehensive patient care, including administering treatments, monitoring anesthesia, and performing lab work.
  • Be a Leader and Mentor: You’ll guide and support the medical team, ensuring an efficient workflow while mentoring others to help them grow their skills and careers.
  • Partner with Clients: You'll be a key point of contact for pet owners, educating them on treatments, reviewing medical records, and confidently answering their questions.
  • Contribute to a Positive Culture: You'll play an active role in training, providing feedback, and maintaining the high standards of our hospital environment.

What You'll Bring to the Team

  • Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
  • A current state veterinary technician license (LVT) in good standing.
  • Proficiency in a range of technical skills, including nursing, surgery, dental care, radiology, and laboratory procedures.
  • A calm and efficient approach, especially in fast-paced or stressful situations.
  • Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively.
  • One year of experience in the veterinary industry is preferred.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Competitive Compensation

Competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off and opportunities for tuition reimbursement to advance your career.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and career growth.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: providing excellent patient care.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. This role requires routine exposure to animals and medical equipment in a potentially noisy environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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