Veterinary Technician

Who we are:

Pets Best Friend Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Technician
Status: Full-time
Salary: Competitive and based on experience
Schedule: 4 days per week with rotating Saturday shifts

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 pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Calling All Animal Lovers!

Do you love caring for pets, advocating for the people who love them, and working with a team that doesn't mind getting a little dirty-or having some fun along the way? If so, give a little whistle to Pets Best Friend Veterinary Hospital!

We're on the hunt for a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our fantastic team. We're a group of hard-working veterinary professionals committed to providing excellent care for our patients while creating a workplace where people genuinely enjoy working together.

Outside the hospital, we love finding opportunities for non-work-related fun, too. More than anything, we're genuine, proud to be ourselves, and want our teammates to feel comfortable doing the same.

If you're looking for a hospital where you can bring your skills, personality, and passion for veterinary medicine to work every day, we'd love to meet you.

Why our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• A hard-working, supportive team committed to excellent patient care
• Flexible scheduling designed to support a healthy work-life balance
• Rotating Saturday shifts
• A workplace where you're encouraged to be your authentic self
• Mentoring and support as you grow and advance your veterinary career
• Opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and share your knowledge
• A fridge stocked with drinks and snacks-always
• Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us
• A team that celebrates birthdays, new babies, anniversaries, and other important life events
• A culture where teamwork, communication, and mutual respect matter
• Coworkers who understand that veterinary medicine can be challenging and believe having some fun along the way matters, too
• Meaningful work making a difference for pets and the people who love them

What our Veterinary Technicians Do

As a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant, you'll work alongside our veterinarians and support team to provide compassionate, efficient care for our patients and clients.

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Obtain patient histories, vital signs, and relevant medical information
• Safely handle and restrain patients using Fear Free and low-stress techniques
• Assist with diagnostic testing and sample collection based on your experience and training
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for procedures
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as permitted by your role, training, and applicable regulations
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures based on your experience and credentials
• Provide attentive and compassionate patient care and monitoring
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients about their pets' care
• Maintain accurate and thorough patient medical records
• Keep treatment and patient-care areas clean, organized, stocked, and ready for the day
• Anticipate the needs of our veterinarians and teammates to promote efficiency and teamwork
• Jump in wherever needed to support patients, clients, and coworkers

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who combines veterinary skills with compassion, dependability, curiosity, and a team-first attitude.

• Previous veterinary experience appropriate to the Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant role
• Veterinary Technician credentials are welcome but not required for Veterinary Assistant candidates
• A genuine passion for pets and veterinary care
• Safe and compassionate patient handling and restraint skills
• Interest in or experience with Fear Free and low-stress handling techniques
• Strong communication and client-service skills
• Dependability and a strong work ethic
• A positive, supportive, and collaborative approach
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• The ability to anticipate the needs of veterinarians and teammates
• A willingness to ask for help and offer help to others
• A desire to keep learning, growing, and developing professionally
• The confidence to use your skills while remaining open to new ideas and techniques
• A willingness to celebrate your teammates and the milestones that matter to them
• A sense of humor and willingness to have some fun while doing meaningful work

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

At Pets Best Friend Veterinary Hospital, we believe veterinary medicine is better when people genuinely enjoy the team they work with.

You'll find mentorship, support, and opportunities to continue developing your skills-but you'll also find the everyday things that make coming to work a little more enjoyable. Think a fridge stocked with drinks and snacks, occasional coffee runs and ice cream parties, meals together, and celebrations for birthdays, new babies, anniversaries, and other milestones.

We believe in flexibility that supports a healthy work-life balance, and we want our team members to feel supported as they learn and advance their careers.

Most importantly, you'll be surrounded by teammates who want to see you succeed.

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• 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

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 or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefit

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

Join Our Team!

If you're looking for a Veterinary Technician position where you can work hard, keep learning, be yourself, and have some fun with the people around you, Pets Best Friend Veterinary Hospital may be exactly what you've been looking for.

Bring your veterinary skills, your passion for pets, and your personality. We'll bring the teamwork, mentorship, snacks, and plenty of opportunities to grow.

We can't wait to welcome you to the team. Apply today!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Pets Best Friend Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We're committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace where every team member feels comfortable being their authentic self, experiences a true sense of belonging, and is empowered to reach their highest potential.