Veterinary Technician

Role Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Aid in surgeries and procedures in accordance with state regulations for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Maintain patient status, collect samples for testing, place catheters, and communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns.
• Manage medical records using practice systems, gather health histories, and maintain medical charts.
• Employ safe restraining techniques, adhere to standard protocols, and keep treatment areas clean and organized.
• Guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Previous veterinary experience is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, squat, reach, stand, and walk throughout the day.

Skills

• Access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs.
• Vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses.
• Virtual interactive workshops to develop leadership skills.
• Program to teach the fundamentals of running a pet hospital.
• Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

• Paid time off including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement, and time off for new pet adoptions.
• Top-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance with health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts.
• Discounts on products and services for pets and their owners.
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets.
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.
• 401(k) with employer contribution and a one-year waiting period for employer match.
• Free CE courses and paid time off to complete continuing education.
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program.

Compensation

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a hourly rate ranging from $24-$27/hr. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.