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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.

Veterinary Referral Associates (VRA) is looking for an Emergency Veterinarian to join our amazing team!  

VRA is an AAHA accredited 24 hour specialty and emergency hospital located in Gaithersburg, MD (just 30 minutes from Washington D.C.). Our hospital is over 30,000 square feet and specialty services offered include medical and radiation oncology, internal medicine, surgery, emergency and critical care, ophthalmology, anesthesiology, neurology, cardiology, radiology, acupuncture, physical rehabilitation, radioactive iodine treatment, and we just added an in-house pathology department.

Our specialists and emergency veterinarians collaborate daily to provide the gold standard in patient care. Advanced diagnostic testing is available on-site, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, endoscopy, digital radiography, fluoroscopy, and an in house laboratory.  

This position offers:

- Competitive base salary with sign on bonus and relocation assistance

- Established caseload with earning potential exceeding $200k  

- Schedule of just 3 shifts per week

We offer a great compensation package, including a competitive salary, health insurance, 401K, PTO, generous CE allowance, additional PTO for CE, and reimbursement for membership and license fees. For more information, and to be connected to the hospital team, please email your resume to Emily Lunsford at elunsford@petvetcarecenters.com or apply online. #LI-DL1

**Signing Bonus Available for qualified applicant**

Join our exceptional Emergency & Critical Care team at Veterinary Referral Associates! We have multiple openings for skilled technicians who will be valued as integral members of the patient care team.

Enjoy a rewarding work-life balance with our 3-day workweek with set schedules, consisting of three 13-hour shifts per week and four consecutive days off.

Ideal Candidate’s Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong technical skills: IVC placement, phlebotomy, radiology, and vital signs assessment.
• Proficient in safe patient restraint techniques.
• Proactive team player with excellent communication and client service skills.
• Friendly, outgoing, and people oriented.
• Demonstrates sound decision-making and multitasking abilities in high-stress situations.

Emergency & Critical Care Technician Responsibilities:

• Perform patient triage and prioritize care.
• Conduct vital sign assessments, IV placement, phlebotomy, and radiology.
• Administer medications, calculate dosages, and provide nursing care.
• Communicate with clients, educate them, and advocate for patients.
• Handle advanced procedures such as ventilator support, central line placement, chest tube maintenance, oxygen administration, CPR, blood transfusions, and ECG monitoring.

We have board certified specialists in Anesthesiology, Critical Care, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Physical Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. We actively promote cross training in all departments.

2+ years’ experience as a veterinary technician is required.

LVT, CVT, RVT preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 3, 13-hour shifts per week (Overnights)
• Monthly hospital-wide on-call required

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.

Join the team at Veterinary Referral Associates (VRA) and practice excellent medicine.

We are seeking a dedicated board-certified Veterinary Anesthesiologist to join our growing team at VRA. The ideal candidate will have a passion for anesthesia and pain management, combined with expertise in advanced anesthesia techniques. You will work alongside two other Anesthesiologists, as well as experienced support staff, in a state-of-the-art facility to provide top-tier care to our patients.

About Us:
Veterinary Referral Associates (VRA) is an AAHA-accredited, 24-hour specialty and emergency hospital in Gaithersburg, MD, dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care. Our hospital spans over 30,000 square feet and offers a wide range of specialty services, including medical and radiation oncology, internal medicine, surgery, emergency and critical care, ophthalmology, anesthesiology, neurology, cardiology, radiology, acupuncture, physical rehabilitation, radioactive iodine treatment, and an in-house pathology department. We pride ourselves on the collaborative approach of our specialists and emergency veterinarians, delivering the highest standard of patient care.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including CE allowance, generous PTO, 401K, Health insurance and mot.
• Access to state-of-the-art medical technology, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, endoscopy, and more.
• Collaborative work environment with specialists in various fields.
• Opportunities for continued education and professional growth.
• Flexible scheduling and excellent work-life harmony.
• Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

Why VRA?
Located just 30 minutes from Washington D.C., Gaithersburg is a vibrant and growing community with easy access to urban amenities and outdoor activities. Our state-of-the-art facility and collaborative work environment offer a unique opportunity for growth and professional development. If you're passionate about veterinary anesthesiology and want to be part of an exceptional team, we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply:

For more information, and to be connected to the hospital team, please email your resume to Emily Lunsford at elunsford@petvetcarecenters.com or apply online here. 

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Interested in Veterinary Medicine and ready to take the first step into the field?

Veterinary Referral Associates is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our dynamic Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Department at our specialty referral practice in Gaithersburg, MD. This is a full-time position with regular hours from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, plus monthly hospital-wide on-call responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Walk and monitor patients
• Assist with patient restraint under the guidance of our Rehabilitation Practitioners
• Help with patient exercises and treatments
• Observe and report patients’ responses to treatment
• Communicate with clients and provide updates
• Read and interpret medical records
• Enter treatment details into our computerized system
• Maintain department cleanliness, restock supplies, and perform equipment maintenance
• Assist with laundry tasks

If you're passionate about animals and eager to learn in a fast-paced, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a veterinary technician / assistant in a clinical setting.
• Experience or strong interest in veterinary sports medicine, rehabilitation, or physical therapy is highly desirable.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and colleagues.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with common rehabilitation modalities and equipment is a plus.
• Excellent technical skills, including venipuncture, catheter placement, medication administration, and patient monitoring.
• Strong understanding of animal behavior and safe handling techniques.

**Signing Bonus Available for qualified applicant **

Are you a detail-oriented technician who loves interacting with clients and helping them obtain the best possible care for their pets? Do you enjoy cytology and have an interest in skin, and skin diseases?

We are looking for an experienced technician to help support our very busy Dermatology service. Daily tasks will include verifying patient history during appointments, sedating and monitoring patients, reading cytology samples, client communication, and creation of allergy vaccines. Our Dermatologist relies heavily on the technicians to organize their day, keep their appointments on track, and communicate their recommendations to clients.

Our Dermatology Technicians enjoy a 4-day workweek!

We strive to help our technicians maintain a healthy work-life balance by offering set schedules so you can plan your life outside of work. Your schedule will consist of four, 10-hour shifts per week, with 3 days off.

Our 30,000 sq. ft. facility is outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment including a 16 slice CT, MRI, endoscopy room, multiple mechanical ventilators, two digital radiology suites, a flat bed and C-Arm fluoroscopy units, linear accelerator, an ophthalmologic operating microscope, nuclear scintigraphy, interventional radiology, and a newly constructed minimally invasive integrated surgical suite.

We have separate gastrointestinal and respiratory intensive care isolation wards, a separate and dedicated cat ward as well as an I-131 treatment ward. We have specialists in Anesthesiology, Critical Care, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Physical Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine.

We actively promote cross training in all departments and we are seeking motivated individuals who are interested in learning how to run all of the hospital's equipment and perform all of our intricate procedures.

Benefits:

• Generous employee discount throughout hospital network
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Short & long-term disability
• Other supplemental insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• On-call
• 10-hour shift

2+ years’ experience as a veterinary technician is required.

RVT preferred

Join Our Award-Winning Team at Veterinary Referral Associates!

Veterinary Referral Associates (VRA), an AAHA-accredited 24-hour specialty and emergency hospital, is seeking a board-certified Dentist to join our dynamic, collaborative team. Located in Gaithersburg, MD, VRA is just a short drive from Washington, D.C., offering access to both a vibrant urban lifestyle and a high-quality professional environment.

About VRA:

Our 30,000+ square foot facility is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and offers a wide range of specialty services. VRA offers a collaborative environment where specialists and emergency veterinarians work together to provide the gold standard in patient care. Advanced diagnostic testing, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, endoscopy, digital radiography, and fluoroscopy, is available on-site, ensuring our patients receive the best possible care.

Position Overview:

As our Dentist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality dental care to our patients. You will be working alongside a diverse team of specialists, including two Anesthesiologists and anesthesia support staff to ensure optimal outcomes. You will handle both routine dental procedures as well as more complex surgeries, diagnosing and treating conditions like periodontal disease, dental trauma, and oral cancers. When joining our team, you would have the ability to choose which equipment you want to work with, while enjoying our modern, dedicated dental suite.

Why VRA?

• Competitive Salary & Sign-On Bonus: A highly competitive base salary, along with a generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health insurance, 401(k), generous paid time off (PTO), and additional PTO for continuing education (CE).
• Continuing Education: Generous CE allowance and reimbursement for membership and license fees.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of board-certified specialists and emergency veterinarians.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Access to advanced diagnostic and treatment tools, as well as selecting which dentistry tools/instruments that you want to work with.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy a positive work environment with a focus on a healthy work-life harmony.
• Location: Located just 30 minutes from Washington, D.C., offering a wide array of cultural, recreational, and professional opportunities.

How to Apply:

Ready to take the next step in your career? Send your resume to Emily Lunsford or apply here. We look forward to connecting with you!

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Veterinary Referral Associates is looking for full-time, professional CSR/Receptionists to work in our busy 24-hour veterinary emergency and specialty hospital in Gaithersburg, MD.

Duties Include: Client service, answering telephones, making appointments, maintaining electronic medical records, pharmacy and retail sales, maintenance/housekeeping, financial responsibilities such as collecting deposits/payments and balancing cash drawer

Shifts available: 

• Thursday-Saturday, 2:00pm-2:00am

Qualifications and Candidate Background:

• Candidate MUST have experience working in a veterinary hospital
• Candidate must have at least 2 years of experience working in customer service, i.e. veterinary, restaurant, retail, or service business
• Candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have sound decision-making skills and be able to multi-task while working in an environment of stress
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Ability to work individually and in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to take direction
• Ability to handle money accurately and honestly
• Be well-groomed and organized
• Be friendly, outgoing and people-oriented
• Experience with Cornerstone is a plus!

In addition to a rewarding career opportunity and paid time off, Veterinary Referral Associates offers subsidized employee pet care; employee health, dental, and vision options; 401(k) along insurance and disability coverage options.

**Signing Bonus Available for qualified applicant**

Veterinary Referral Associates is looking for a full time Neurology Veterinary Technician and Assistant to work in our busy Neurology Department.

Neurology team members work under the direction of out Neurologists to communicate with and educate families on a variety of neurological diseases including brain and spinal cord injuries, seizure management, infectious diseases and other conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, muscles and nerves of animals. 

Ideal Candidates’ Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Ability to take initiative and follow direction
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment 
• Be friendly, outgoing, and people-oriented
• Must have sound decision-making skills and be able to multi-task while working in an environment of stress

Neurology Support Staff Responsibilities:

• Phlebotomy and IV catheter placement
• Drug calculations and administration
• Anesthetic monitoring and recovery
• Surgical assisting
• Hospitalized patient nursing care
• Assist with advanced diagnostics: MRI and CT
• Client communication and education 

Our Neurology Team enjoys a 4-day workweek!

We strive to help our technicians maintain a healthy work-life balance by offering set schedules so you can plan your life outside of work. Your schedule will consist of four, 10-hour shifts per week, with 3 days off.

Our 30,000 sq. ft. facility is outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment including a 16 slice CT, MRI, endoscopy room, multiple mechanical ventilators, two digital radiology suites, a flat bed and C-Arm fluoroscopy units, linear accelerator, an ophthalmologic operating microscope, nuclear scintigraphy, interventional radiology, and a newly constructed minimally invasive integrated surgical suite.

We have separate gastrointestinal and respiratory intensive care isolation wards, a separate and dedicated cat ward as well as an I-131 treatment ward. We have specialists in Anesthesiology, Critical Care, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Physical Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. We actively promote cross training in all the departments and we are seeking motivated individuals who are interested in learning how to run all of the hospital's equipment and perform all of our intricate procedures.

2+ years’ experience as a veterinary technician is required.

RVT preferred

Schedule:

• 4, 10-hour shifts per week
• Tuesday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Monthly hospital-wide on-call required

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.