Veterinary Technician

Who we are:

West Shore Animal Clinic is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

• Role: Experienced Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-Time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
• Schedule: Four-day work week with rotating Saturdays
• Requirements: Minimum of 3 years of veterinary experience preferred; strong surgical technician skills required

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 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

Looking for a Veterinary Role Where Your Skills Are Valued and Your Team Feels Like Family?

West Shore Animal Clinic is looking for an Experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our three-doctor small animal practice. If you love surgery, thrive in a collaborative environment, and believe work should be both rewarding and enjoyable, we'd love to meet you.

Our team culture is best described as "business in the front, party in the back." We work hard to provide exceptional patient care while creating a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work. We value teamwork, communication, and authenticity, and we believe the best medicine happens when people support one another.

Why Our Veterinary Team Loves West Shore Animal Clinic

• Four-day work weeks that support work-life balance
• Rotating Saturdays so you still enjoy your weekends
• Leaders who listen, value your ideas, and appreciate your contributions
• A workplace where being yourself is encouraged
• Opportunities to expand your skills and grow professionally
• Supportive teammates who enjoy working together
• A positive culture built on collaboration, respect, and fun

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgical and dental procedures, including preparation, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Educate clients on medications, discharge instructions, preventive care, and treatment plans
• Safely handle and restrain patients using low-stress techniques
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation
• Collaborate with teammates to maintain an efficient workflow and exceptional patient care

What Our Veterinary Team Members Bring

• Minimum of three years of veterinary experience preferred
• Licensed Veterinary Technicians and experienced Veterinary Assistants are encouraged to apply
• Strong surgical nursing and anesthesia monitoring skills
• Proficiency with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory procedures
• Excellent patient handling and restraint skills
• Strong communication and client education abilities
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Positive attitude, reliability, and commitment to teamwork
• Passion for providing exceptional patient care

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect 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

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

Join Our Team!

If you're looking for a veterinary career where your skills are appreciated, your teammates support one another, and work-life balance isn't just a promise, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and discover what makes West Shore Animal Clinic such a rewarding place to build your veterinary career!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at West Shore Animal Clinic 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.