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# Animal Medical Centers - Licensed Veterinary Technician at VetEvolve

- **Company:** VetEvolve
- **Location:** Ashburn, VA
- **Posted:** 2025-12-02
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-28
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/vetevolve/jobs/4996775008

## Job description

Who is VetEvolve?

VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams.

Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.

Do you have a love for animals? Do you value a healthy work/life balance? Come join our team! Our staff is excited to meet you!

If you love working with animals and are looking for a career in Veterinary Medicine, we encourage you to apply to become part of our team. Here at [Animal Medical Centers of Loudoun](https://www.loudounvet.com/) , our staff is compassionate, hard working, friendly, and caring.  Want to continue to expand your knowledge? We focus on facilitating a positive learning environment for our staff.  It is strongly encouraged to continue to develop and practice your skills on a daily basis. Medicine is always evolving and never stagnant! We welcome both urgent care cases as well as patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care.

We are looking for a dedicated Licensed Veterinary Technician to assist-lead our surgery department. You will work closely with our lead Licensed Veterinary Technician, be open to following our hospital surgical protocols and enjoy training others. In addition, you should be able to place IV catheters, intubate, induce anesthesia, provide high quality pre- and post-operative patient support, while provide leadership to other surgical technicians.

Our team says we have the best culture…..

- Lots of Laughter, work-fun balance is a daily occurrence
- On-the-job training
- Doctor team that doesn’t hesitate to jump in
- Practice Manager that does regular staff check-ins and champions teamwork
- A very involved and enthusiastic Medical director
- Team that VALUES your thoughts, feelings and ideas
- A team that demands nothing less than top quality care

Other perks:

- Referral Bonuses
- Exceptional Staff Pet Discounts
- Yearly Uniform Allowance
- Community outreach events
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs for continued education
- Rabies vaccine reimbursement
- 401(k) with matching

Health and Wellness:

- Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual Performance Reviews
- Holiday pay
- Paid Time Off
- CE Paid Time Off

Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:00am-7:00pm, and every Saturday 9:00am-3:00pm.

## Requirements

Knowledge Of: All veterinary medical and surgical procedures and products.

Ability To:

- Collect blood, urine, and fecal samples and perform appropriate laboratory procedures.
- Perform all procedures associated with radiology.
- Place an IV catheter and connect and monitor fluids.
- Monitor patient’s vitals while under anesthesia.
- Medicate patients and provide nursing care.
- Perform dental procedures on sedated patients.
- Provide excellent customer service while educating clients.

Education: Completion of 2 year accredited Veterinary Technician Program and current Virginia State License.

Knowledge of Avimark is bonus, but not a requirement.

Ready to Learn More?

We look forward to learning about your unique priorities and goals and working together with our local hospital teams to support you.

## About VetEvolve

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: VetEvolve is a veterinary practice acquisition and support platform that partners with independent veterinary practices across the eastern United States to provide operational, clinical, and career growth support.
- **Entity Type**: Private (funded through acquisitions; ownership structure not fully disclosed)
- **Headquarters**: Not publicly listed on website, but senior leadership roles suggest a presence in the eastern U.S. (e.g., San Antonio, TX for CDO; likely other locations)
- **Founded**: 2014 (roots trace back to 2006 with founders' military service)
- **Founders**: Paul Habenicht and Nick Lodestro

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Veterinary Services / Healthcare (Animal Health)
- **Target customers**: B2B (independent veterinary practice owners seeking partnership) and B2C (veterinary professionals seeking employment)
- **Mission/Purpose**: "We believe strong practices make for stronger care." They aim to strengthen the foundations of care and foster environments where people and practices can thrive.

## Products & Services
- **Practice Acquisition & Partnership**: VetEvolve acquires or partners with independent veterinary practices, offering operational support, infrastructure, and clinical resources while maintaining the practice's local identity and clinical autonomy.
- **Career Platform**: A structured ecosystem for veterinary professionals (vets, vet students, support staff, and leadership) with clear career pathways, mentorship, and operational support.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Network of 53 veterinary practices across 8 eastern states, recognized for sustained growth three years in a row.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Leadership team includes Catherine Howell (CEO), Clayton Stanley (CDO, previously led acquisition of 180+ clinics at AmeriVet), Mike Polgardy (CFO), and Mayange Kane (COO). Founder roots in military service (Marine Reconnaissance).
- **Growth Signals**: 117 open job postings on Greenhouse; expanding across multiple states (VA, WV, TN, NC, FL, KY, MD, PA); sustained growth recognition.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Clinically Led Model**: Operations are designed to support clinical judgment, not control it—a key differentiator from some consolidators.
- **Military-Inspired Culture**: Founding story rooted in Marine Reconnaissance values (core values, mission focus, team-based culture) creates a strong, purpose-driven organizational identity.
- **Scaled Expertise**: Leadership has deep M&A experience (CDO Clayton Stanley scaled 180+ clinics at AmeriVet) and healthcare operations expertise (CEO Catherine Howell, former COO at Mass Advantage and Cancer Treatment Centers of America).
- **Intentionally Moderate Growth**: "Grow with intention" philosophy avoids the burnout culture often associated with rapid roll-ups.

## Strategic Focus
- **Geographic Expansion**: Currently operating in 8 eastern states (VA, WV, TN, NC, FL, KY, MD, PA) with active recruitment signals.
- **Talent Pipeline Development**: Heavy investment in externships, new graduate pathways, and leadership development programs.
- **Operational Scale**: Building infrastructure and analytics to support a growing network of practices.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: "Care first" values with emphasis on clinical autonomy, collaboration, and sustainable growth. The company explicitly positions itself against burnout culture.
- **Remote/Hybrid/Office**: Clinical roles are in-person at partner practices. Corporate roles may offer flexibility, but this is not explicitly stated.
- **Career Development**: Structured pathways for all roles (licensed vets, new grads, support staff, leadership), including mentorship programs and externships.
- **Unique Differentiator**: For veterans or those who value mission-driven, team-first cultures, the Marine Reconnaissance founding story provides a unique organizational bond.
- **Growth Trajectory**: Recognized for sustained growth for three consecutive years, suggesting stability and expansion opportunity for employees.

## Sources
1. [VetEvolve Homepage](https://vetevolve.com/)
2. [VetEvolve Careers Page](https://vetevolve.com/careers/)
3. [VetEvolve About Page](https://vetevolve.com/about/)
4. [VetEvolve Practice List](https://vetevolve.com/about/practices/)
5. [VetEvolve Greenhouse Job Board](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/vetevolve)

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