Friendship Hospital for Animals, a leading AAHA- accredited hospital located in Washington D.C. is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Veterinary Technician to join our cutting-edge Nephrology team. If you’re looking to work along pioneers in dialysis and kidney transplant care and you value being part of a diverse team – we’d love to meet you!

About the role

You will provide skilled nursing support alongside board certified Nephrologist Dr. JD Foster and some of the first veterinary nephrology residents. You will also assist with and manage dialysis sessions, assist with complex internal medicine/renal cases, and provide support and communication to both clients and fellow team members. The ideal candidate is already very confident in their technical skills including IV catheterization, phlebotomy, advanced patient monitoring, and anesthesia monitoring. This is a rare opportunity to become part of a world class program providing dialysis, kidney transplant coordination, and complex renal case management.

Schedule: This department is open M-F. This a full time position with four 10 hour shifts per week. Some on call shifts required.

What's in it for you?

Competitive compensation based on education, skills, and experience
Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA
Generous PTO and CE allowance
Life insurance
401k with match
Metro discounts with easy access to public transportation
Pet care discounts
Access to advanced tools (MRI, CT, ventilator, ICU, dialysis)
A welcoming, inclusive culture that values learning, kindness, and teamwork

Qualifications

Credentialed veterinary technician ( CVT, LVT, RVT) strongly preferred
Minimum 5 years of veterinary technician experience, preferably in specialty medicine.
Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence
Experience or interest in nephrology, dialysis, or critical care highly valued.

We're exclusively seeking veterinary professionals who embrace a nurturing, cooperative, and ethical environment, where genuine individuals come together to share knowledge, uplift one another, grow, and do their best work – while having fun along the way.

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 now or learn more at friendshiphospital.com

US Pay Range

$28—$35 USD