Veterinary Technician

About the role

Highland Knolls Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our team. We believe great veterinary care is built on compassion, communication, teamwork, and continuous learning. Our team works together to provide excellent medicine while making sure clients understand the care their pets need and feel supported every step of the way.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, procedures, and surgeries
• Support anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery as appropriate to your experience and credentials
• Safely restrain and handle patients using compassionate techniques
• Provide attentive nursing care to hospitalized and outpatient patients
• Collect blood, urine, and other diagnostic samples
• Perform basic in-house laboratory testing
• Take digital radiographs and assist with diagnostic procedures
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Prepare patients, instruments, and treatment areas for procedures
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records
• Communicate clearly with clients about patient care, medications, and follow-up instructions
• Anticipate the needs of veterinarians and teammates to promote an efficient workflow
• Keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical spaces clean, organized, and well-stocked
• Support teammates wherever needed to keep the hospital running smoothly

Requirements

• Current veterinary technician license for LVT candidates, or relevant veterinary assistant experience
• A passion for pets, veterinary medicine, and exceptional patient care
• Confidence assisting with exams, treatments, and routine procedures
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• Experience with laboratory procedures and diagnostic imaging is preferred
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring is preferred for technician candidates
• Excellent communication and client education skills
• A dependable, positive, and team-focused attitude
• The confidence to ask for help when needed and offer help when others need it
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• The ability to anticipate the needs of veterinarians and support staff
• A willingness to share knowledge and learn from teammates
• A desire to continue learning and developing professionally
• Flexibility and the ability to work efficiently during busy days
• Availability to work rotating Saturdays

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) matching and Roth retirement savings plan
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition support program
• 529 savings plan
• Referral bonus program
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal coverage, and employee, spouse, and dependent life insurance
• Up to three weeks of paid parental leave for eligible full-time employees after one year of service
• Sick time / paid time off
• Free or discounted laboratory work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on veterinary services and products
• Pet food discount program
• Quarterly team rewards bonus program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• State Veterinary Technician License reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• TechLife Professional Development Program
• Mentorship and ongoing career support
• Six paid holidays for eligible full-time employees
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount program
• Four-day workweeks
• Rotating Saturday shifts
• No nights, Sundays, or holidays
• Regular lunch breaks
• Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and team meals
• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture
• Healthy work-life balance

Pay and Schedule

Salary is negotiable and based on experience. The schedule is a four-day workweek with rotating Saturdays, and no nights, Sundays, or holidays.