Veterinary Technician

Vetcor•Owings, MD

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Chesapeake Animal Clinic is seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Technician to join our team. Veterinary Technicians play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care, supporting veterinarians during medical procedures, educating clients, and helping ensure the smooth operation of the hospital. Whether you’re an experienced technician or looking to continue developing your skills, this opportunity offers the chance to work alongside a supportive team dedicated to providing high-quality veterinary medicine.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of one year of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience preferred
Strong technical skills, including venipuncture, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory procedures, and patient care
Excellent client communication and customer service skills
The ability to remain calm and efficient during medical emergencies
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers
The ability to lift and restrain patients safely with assistance when needed
A commitment to teamwork and continued professional development

Nice To Haves

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credential preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, surgeries, and dental procedures
Administer medications, injections, fluids, and treatments as directed
Monitor anesthesia and support patient recovery during surgical procedures
Perform venipuncture and place intravenous catheters
Collect and process laboratory samples and perform in-house diagnostic testing
Obtain and position patients for radiographs and diagnostic imaging
Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes in patient condition
Maintain accurate medical records and treatment notes
Educate clients regarding medications, vaccinations, treatment plans, and home-care instructions
Prepare estimates and discuss treatment recommendations with clients
Maintain inventory and ensure treatment and examination areas remain fully stocked and organized
Support opening and closing hospital procedures

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) matching
Tuition support
Referral bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
Generous PTO
Employee discounts
Quarterly team bonuses
Continuing education allowance
State license and VTNE fee reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Uniform allowance
Access to the TechLife community
Six paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Referral Bonus Program
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service. In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.)
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
State license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Continuing education allowance
Professional development opportunities
TechLife Professional Development Program
Uniform allowance