Veterinary Assistant

Who We Are

We Care Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant

Status: Full-time

Schedule: 9 AM-5 PM with a rotating Saturday with hours 7 AM-Noon; no nights, on-call shifts, or holiday hours

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Why You'll Love It Here

• A supportive team that genuinely helps one another
• A "better together" culture where wins are shared and challenges aren't faced alone
• A workplace where being yourself isn't just accepted—it's encouraged
• Leaders who listen, value your ideas, and appreciate your contributions
• Mentorship and ongoing training to help you continue growing
• Open communication and collaboration across the entire hospital
• A positive team that celebrates birthdays, milestones, and everyday successes

What You'll Do

• Triage patients and obtain thorough histories, vital signs, and patient assessments
• Absorb and perform routine tasks under supervision
• Absorb and perform advanced tasks under supervision
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Run in-house laboratory testing, including CBCs, chemistry panels, urinalysis, cytology, and fecal testing
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including preparation, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide compassionate nursing care
• Education clients regarding medications, discharge instructions, preventive care, and treatment plans
• Maintain accurate medical records and support an efficient daily workflow

What You'll Bring

• Previous veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience
• Confidence working in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Strong patient handling and technical skills, or the desire to continue developing them
• Excellent communication skills with clients and teammates
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• A collaborative, team-first mindset
• A positive attitude, reliability, and compassion
• A passion for delivering exceptional patient care

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• A positive clinic culture that values you as a person
• A flexible approach to scheduling that supports work-life balance
• Leaders who encourage growth and recognize your contributions
• Opportunities to continue learning and expanding your skills
• Coffee runs, ice cream parties, and occasional team meals
• A workplace where teamwork, kindness, and fun are part of every day

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skillset and future performance
• 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

Wellness Benefits

• 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-dependent 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

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Ready to Flex Your Veterinary Skills?

If you're looking for a hospital where your skills are valued, your teammates genuinely support one another, and your career can continue to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and discover why We Care Animal Hospital is such a rewarding place to build your veterinary career.