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Licensed Veterinary Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring an associate's or bachelor's degree in veterinary technology. Employers in private practices, research institutions, and emergency animal hospitals file LCAs with the DOL before petitioning USCIS. Demand for credentialed LVTs is strong enough that many employers will sponsor.
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Get Access To All JobsThe Virginia Veterinary Center in Short Pump, VA is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our outstanding Surgery team!
Compensation: Competitive compensation which is based on experience & skill level. Starting at $30/hr!
Anticipated Schedule: Day shift - 4/10-hour shifts per week.
On-call schedule as needed.
Are you a Credentialed Veterinary Technician who loves surgery? Love the fast-paced environment and the diversity of cases every single day? If you enjoy being the first to see and treat patients, as well as use your technical skills in more advanced ways, Virginia Veterinary Center is the place to be!
Benefits:
- Employee Referral Bonus
- CE Allowance Available
- Uniform Allowance
- Paid License Renewal Fees
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Pet Discount
- Shift Differential Available for overnight shifts
- 401k
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- HSA/FSA
Essential Job Functions:
- Collecting diagnostic samples, imaging, and non-laboratory diagnostics (BP, EKG, SPO2) for analysis while understanding normal parameter markers to help facilitate in next steps of diagnostic preparation and communication to Veterinarians.
- Facilitate proper procedure for collecting and submitting diagnostic samples to outside laboratories.
- Assist Veterinarians in all aspects during surgical procedures from developing anesthetic protocol, administration of pre-medications and induction agents, intubation, surgical prep, maintenance and monitoring of general anesthesia, assist in surgical procedure as needed, recovery care of patients post anesthetic episodes, proper medical documentation of anesthesia monitoring, and understanding side effects of anesthetic agents being administered.
- Calculate, create, and administer constant rate infusions such as Dopamine CRIs, Fentanyl CRIs, Lidocaine CRIs, and more.
- Practicing patient and empathetic client service skills when communicating with clients at all stages of their visit, such as when triaging, discharging, or providing medical updates on hospitalized patients.
- Properly discharge patients by filling all required medications, ensuring patients are clean and comfortable, removing intravenous catheters, approving final invoices, and reviewing discharges with pet owners.
About You:
- Credentialed veterinary technician with strong technical skills (to include placing IV catheters, venipuncture, administering premedication, anesthesia induction & monitoring, patient preparation, surgical nursing, and perioperative nursing care, radiographs, etc.)
- You can easily adapt to the different needs of each patient and are able to remain composed during stressful and emotional situations.
- You are looking for a career and are passionate about learning and growing in the industry and caring for animals.
About us:
- With our highly trained doctors, technicians, and state-of-the-art equipment, our team is able to perform advanced medical techniques providing excellent care and treatment services.
- You get to work alongside coworkers who are dedicated to growing their knowledge/experience, and creating an environment that allows you to learn, grow and continue to develop your own knowledge/skillset.
- Leadership is actively involved and present. We care about our employees and your engagement in your job. We listen to your thoughts, opinions, and value your input as an employee.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
The Virginia Veterinary Center in Short Pump, VA is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our outstanding Surgery team!
Compensation: Competitive compensation which is based on experience & skill level. Starting at $30/hr!
Anticipated Schedule: Day shift - 4/10-hour shifts per week.
On-call schedule as needed.
Are you a Credentialed Veterinary Technician who loves surgery? Love the fast-paced environment and the diversity of cases every single day? If you enjoy being the first to see and treat patients, as well as use your technical skills in more advanced ways, Virginia Veterinary Center is the place to be!
Benefits:
- Employee Referral Bonus
- CE Allowance Available
- Uniform Allowance
- Paid License Renewal Fees
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Pet Discount
- Shift Differential Available for overnight shifts
- 401k
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- HSA/FSA
Essential Job Functions:
- Collecting diagnostic samples, imaging, and non-laboratory diagnostics (BP, EKG, SPO2) for analysis while understanding normal parameter markers to help facilitate in next steps of diagnostic preparation and communication to Veterinarians.
- Facilitate proper procedure for collecting and submitting diagnostic samples to outside laboratories.
- Assist Veterinarians in all aspects during surgical procedures from developing anesthetic protocol, administration of pre-medications and induction agents, intubation, surgical prep, maintenance and monitoring of general anesthesia, assist in surgical procedure as needed, recovery care of patients post anesthetic episodes, proper medical documentation of anesthesia monitoring, and understanding side effects of anesthetic agents being administered.
- Calculate, create, and administer constant rate infusions such as Dopamine CRIs, Fentanyl CRIs, Lidocaine CRIs, and more.
- Practicing patient and empathetic client service skills when communicating with clients at all stages of their visit, such as when triaging, discharging, or providing medical updates on hospitalized patients.
- Properly discharge patients by filling all required medications, ensuring patients are clean and comfortable, removing intravenous catheters, approving final invoices, and reviewing discharges with pet owners.
About You:
- Credentialed veterinary technician with strong technical skills (to include placing IV catheters, venipuncture, administering premedication, anesthesia induction & monitoring, patient preparation, surgical nursing, and perioperative nursing care, radiographs, etc.)
- You can easily adapt to the different needs of each patient and are able to remain composed during stressful and emotional situations.
- You are looking for a career and are passionate about learning and growing in the industry and caring for animals.
About us:
- With our highly trained doctors, technicians, and state-of-the-art equipment, our team is able to perform advanced medical techniques providing excellent care and treatment services.
- You get to work alongside coworkers who are dedicated to growing their knowledge/experience, and creating an environment that allows you to learn, grow and continue to develop your own knowledge/skillset.
- Leadership is actively involved and present. We care about our employees and your engagement in your job. We listen to your thoughts, opinions, and value your input as an employee.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Licensed Veterinary Technician
Verify your VTNE credential meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires LVT roles to demonstrate a theoretical and practical body of knowledge. Gather your VTNE passing scores, state licensure certificate, and any NAVTA credentials before applying. These documents prove specialty occupation more concretely than a job title alone.
Target employers enrolled in E-Verify first
E-Verify enrollment is required for cap-exempt institutions and STEM-heavy research facilities. Veterinary schools, university animal hospitals, and federal research labs often qualify for cap-exempt H-1B filings, letting you skip the lottery entirely.
Search LCA filings for veterinary technician roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified DOL LCA filing history for veterinary technician positions. This shows you which practices and institutions have actually sponsored the role before, not just employers who claim they're open to it.
Benchmark your offer against the OFLC Wage Search
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to confirm the salary meets DOL requirements and won't trigger a deficiency during adjudication.
Get your state license transferred before your start date
H-1B approval for LVT roles is contingent on holding a valid state license at the time of employment. If you're relocating, apply for licensure by endorsement in the new state immediately after your offer letter is signed, not after the I-129 is filed.
Ask the employer about specialty clinic versus general practice timelines
Emergency animal hospitals and specialty referral centers often have faster H-1B filing cycles than general practices because they use immigration counsel on retainer. Clarify the employer's timeline for LCA certification and I-129 filing during the offer stage, not after you've accepted.
H-1B Visa Licensed Veterinary Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Licensed Veterinary Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS treats LVT positions as specialty occupations when the role requires at least an associate's degree in veterinary technology and a state license. The O*NET occupation profile for veterinary technologists and technicians supports the degree requirement. Employers document this in the LCA and I-129 petition, typically referencing NAVTA standards and state licensing statutes to satisfy USCIS adjudicators.
Can a veterinary practice sponsor an H-1B if it has never done so before?
Yes, any U.S. employer with an EIN and a qualifying LVT job opening can sponsor an H-1B. First-time sponsors file an LCA with the DOL, then submit Form I-129 to USCIS after certification. Smaller private practices sometimes hire an immigration attorney only at this stage. The process is the same regardless of prior sponsorship history, though first-time filers should budget extra lead time for the LCA posting requirements.
How do I find veterinary employers who have sponsored H-1B visas before?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified DOL LCA filing history, so you can see which animal hospitals, veterinary schools, and research institutions have actually sponsored LVT roles. Prior filings don't guarantee future sponsorship, but they're a reliable signal that an employer understands the process and is willing to take it on again.
Does my H-1B status allow me to work at multiple veterinary clinics?
Only if each employer files a separate H-1B petition. The H-1B is employer-specific, so working concurrently at a second clinic requires that clinic to file its own I-129 petition and receive approval before you start. USCIS permits concurrent H-1B employment, but each sponsoring employer must independently satisfy prevailing wage and specialty occupation requirements for the hours you'll work there.
What happens to my H-1B if the veterinary practice that sponsored me closes or terminates my employment?
You enter a 60-day grace period during which you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer under portability rules, change to another nonimmigrant status, or depart the U.S. The new employer must file an I-129 transfer petition before the grace period expires. USCIS allows you to begin work for the new veterinary employer once the transfer petition is filed and pending, without waiting for approval.