Experienced or Credentialed Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Valley Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Experienced Veterinary Technician for its AAHA-accredited, six-doctor general practice providing care to dogs and cats. The role supports daily hospital operations and patient care, working with doctors and teammates in a welcoming, supportive environment focused on high standards of care, collaboration, and professional growth. The position offers flexible scheduling, with shifts ranging from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., every other Saturday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., and a rotating on-call shift. Salary is $21–$24 per hour. The technician will take patient histories and medical notes, monitor patients under anesthesia, perform venipuncture and laboratory work, assist with digital radiographs, follow vaccine protocols, provide preventive and nursing care, educate clients, and help maintain an organized hospital. Candidates need 1–2 years of veterinary hospital experience and 6 months to 1 year of surgical experience. A CVT credential is preferred but not required. Benefits include retirement savings options and matching, tuition support, insurance coverage, paid parental leave, paid time off, employee pet discounts, bonuses, reimbursement for veterinary technician licensing and VTNE fees, continuing education support, professional development, uniform allowance, paid holidays, and an Employee Assistance Program. Some benefits are limited to full-time employees or are subject to eligibility conditions.
Requirements
- At least 1–2 years of veterinary hospital experience.
- 6 months to 1 year of surgical experience.
- Excellent client service and communication skills.
- Ability to work well alongside veterinary assistants and technicians.
- Passion for pets and veterinary care.
- Positive attitude and empathy for clients, coworkers, and oneself.
- Love of learning and drive to continue growing.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credential.
Responsibilities
- Take detailed patient histories and medical notes.
- Monitor patients under anesthesia and maintain aseptic technique.
- Perform venipuncture and run laboratory work.
- Assist with taking digital radiographs.
- Follow vaccine protocols and provide preventive care.
- Deliver attentive nursing care to patients.
- Educate clients on their pets’ care and treatment plans.
- Help keep the hospital clean, organized, and running smoothly.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and flexible compensation approach reflecting skill set and future performance.
- 401(k) matching and Roth Retirement Savings Plan.
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only).
- 529 Savings Plan.
- Tuition Support Program.
- Referral bonus program.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time only).
- Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and life insurance for employees and eligible family members (full-time only).
- Up to three weeks of full pay for birth or adoption of a child after one year of service, subject to stated exclusions for states with paid family leave programs.
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off.
- Free or discounted lab work for employee pets.
- Pet discounts on services and products.
- Pet food discount program.
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program.
- State veterinary technician license reimbursement.
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Continuing education allowance.
- Uniform allowance.
- Six paid holidays (full-time only).
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee discount program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
