Veterinary Technician

HomeTown Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced or licensed Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team. We believe exceptional patient care starts with caring for the people who provide it. That's why we've created a supportive, fun environment where teamwork, camaraderie, professional growth, and work-life balance are prioritized.

About the role

You'll have the opportunity to practice excellent medicine alongside exceptional people while continuing to strengthen your skills, share your knowledge, and grow your veterinary career. Enjoy a four-day workweek, consistent scheduling, and no nights, on-call shifts, or holiday hours in a workplace designed to support both your career and your life outside the hospital.

• Four-day workweek with consistent scheduling
• No nights, on-call shifts, or holiday hours
• Flexibility that supports a healthy work-life balance
• Supportive team where asking for help—and offering it—is encouraged
• Mentoring and support as you grow and advance your career
• Opportunities to learn from your teammates and share your own knowledge and experience
• Clinic culture that celebrates your unique contributions
• Leaders and teammates who genuinely appreciate one another
• Opportunities to use your veterinary skills to make a difference in your community
• Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us
• Celebrations for birthdays, new babies, anniversaries, and other important life events
• Plenty of puppy kisses and kitty headbutts

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with patient exams, treatments, and procedures
• Obtain thorough patient histories, vital signs, and patient assessments
• Safely handle and restrain patients while prioritizing comfort and compassionate care
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and diagnostic sample collection
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Assist with diagnostic testing and laboratory procedures
• Obtain high-quality radiographs and support diagnostic imaging
• Assist with surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, patient recovery, and postoperative care
• Monitor patients and communicate changes in condition to the medical team
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records and treatment documentation
• Educate clients about medications, preventive care, treatments, and discharge instructions
• Anticipate the needs of veterinarians and teammates to promote an efficient daily workflow
• Maintain clean, organized, stocked, and patient-ready treatment and exam areas
• Share your knowledge and experience while supporting the growth of your teammates
• Jump in wherever needed to help patients, clients, and coworkers

Requirements

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience
• Veterinary Technician licensure is welcomed
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills
• Experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, sample collection, and laboratory procedures
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, patient recovery, and surgical support
• Comfort assisting with diagnostic imaging and radiographs
• Strong understanding of patient care and medication administration
• Excellent client communication and education skills
• Accurate and thorough medical documentation skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• A positive, dependable, and professional approach
• Compassion and empathy for patients, clients, coworkers, and yourself
• A collaborative, team-first mindset
• Willingness to ask for help and offer help to others
• Enthusiasm for continued learning and professional development
• A willingness to share your knowledge, skills, and experience with teammates
• A genuine passion for pets, people, and veterinary medicine
• The ability to tolerate a reasonable number of puppy kisses and kitty headbutts

Benefits

Financial Rewards that Grow with You

• Competitive pay based on experience and skill set
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Tuition support program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan

Wellness & Peace of Mind

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance options including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Professional Growth & Recognition

• Quarterly team bonuses
• Continuing education allowance
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate

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

Schedule

• Full-time, 4 days per week
• Consistent scheduling with no nights, on-call shifts, or holiday hours