Veterinary Assistant

Who we are:

Best Friends Animal Hospital is Hiring an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary Technician or Licensed Veterinary Technician
Status: Full-time

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, vision, supplemental plans, generous PTO, paid parental leave, and employee pet 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 Technician Role Where Your Skills and Compassion Can Shine Every Day?

At Best Friends Animal Hospital, we are passionate about the care we provide to our patients and clients. Our goal is to provide exceptional medical care throughout the lifetime of every pet while building lasting relationships with the families who trust us with their care.

We're looking for an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician who is compassionate, technically skilled, and eager to be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced hospital, value continuous learning, and are passionate about veterinary medicine, we'd love to meet you.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• A supportive team that values collaboration and mutual respect
• Opportunities to continue learning and expanding your skills
• High-quality medicine and patient care standards
• A positive workplace culture that encourages personal and professional growth
• Meaningful work helping pets and the people who love them
• A team that appreciates your contributions and supports your success

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Triage patients and assist with emergency care as needed
• Obtain thorough patient histories and maintain accurate treatment records
• Administer and dispense medications as directed
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and sample collection
• Assist with surgical procedures, including preparation, monitoring, and recovery
• Perform diagnostic imaging and support diagnostic testing
• Calculate medication dosages accurately and safely
• Assist with CPR and emergency patient care when needed
• Educate clients on preventative care, treatments, and patient needs
• Collaborate with veterinarians and teammates to provide exceptional patient care

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital preferred
• Licensed Veterinary Technician credential preferred but not required
• Strong technical and patient care skills
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical support
• Knowledge of pharmacology and medication administration
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Ability to stay organized and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers
• Commitment to learning and professional growth

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• Mentorship and support from experienced team members
• Opportunities to learn and develop new skills
• A workplace where teamwork and positivity matter
• Recognition for your hard work and contributions
• A meaningful career helping improve the lives of pets and their families
• A fun, professional environment where people genuinely enjoy working together

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skillset 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
• Access to Vetcor's Techlife community of veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits

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

Join Our Team!

If you're looking for a veterinary technician role where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and discover what makes Best Friends Animal Hospital a great place to build your veterinary career.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Best Friends Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their full potential.