Licensed Veterinary Technician

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Who we are: Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

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OtherLicensed Veterinary Technician

What We Offer

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✓A four-day workweek that helps support life outside the hospital

✓A two-doctor small animal practice where your skills make an important impact

✓Time to get home for dinner with your family

✓Opportunities to explore and work at Elk Creek Animal Hospital’s other locations if interested

✓Opportunities for additional hours when desired

✓Lend-a-Hand opportunities with time-and-a-half pay

✓A collaborative environment focused on excellent patient care

✓Professional development and continuing education opportunities

✓A team that values efficient workflows and a positive hospital culture

✓Support and resources to help you continue growing as a veterinary professional

✓A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set 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

✓Lend-a-Hand opportunities with time-and-a-half pay

✓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)

✓Paid parental leave of up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child after one year of service (full-time only; in states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply)

✓Sick Time / Paid Time Off

✓Free/discounted lab work for employee pets

✓Pet discounts on services and products

✓Pet food discount program

✓Six paid holidays (full-time only)

✓Employee Assistance Program

✓Employee discount program

Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
Run in-house laboratory testing, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, fecals, and more
Support surgical and dental procedures, including preparation, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
Monitor anesthesia and patient vital signs during procedures
Provide post-operative care and monitor patients throughout recovery
Maintain cleanliness and sterility of surgical instruments and equipment
Educate and communicate with clients about patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventative care
Accurately document patient care and treatments in the medical record
Collaborate with the veterinary team to maintain an efficient workflow and positive hospital culture

Licensed/Registered Veterinary Technician credentials
A minimum of one year of experience as a Veterinary Technician or equivalent education and training
Proficiency in animal handling and restraint techniques
Experience with venipuncture and catheter placement
Experience administering medications and treatments
Comfort with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery
Experience supporting surgical and dental procedures
Familiarity with veterinary software systems and accurate medical record keeping
Strong communication and client education skills
A collaborative approach and commitment to maintaining a positive hospital culture

Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
Professional development opportunities
State license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Access to Vetcor’s TechLife community

Think you’re the Licensed Veterinary Technician we’ve been looking for? If you’re ready to bring your technical skills and passion for patient care to a team that believes a rewarding veterinary career and a life outside the hospital can go hand in hand, we’d love to meet you. Apply today!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.