Veterinary Technician

Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point is Hiring an Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Licensed Veterinary Technician

Status: To be discussed during the interview process

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Schedule: Predictable scheduling; specific hours to be discussed during the interview process

Are you looking for a change? Missing predictability in your schedule? Want a veterinary technician position that lights your fire instead of burning you out? Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point wants to talk!

Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point is an established two-doctor practice looking for an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our fantastic team. We're committed to providing excellent patient care while creating a supportive workplace where veterinary professionals can continue learning, growing, and enjoying the work they do.

Our Hikes Point hospital is one of three Elk Creek Animal Hospital locations, giving interested team members the opportunity to learn more about our other locations while building their career within a connected veterinary community.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Established two-doctor practice with a collaborative veterinary team
• Predictable scheduling designed to support a healthier work-life balance
• Hands-on role with opportunities to use and strengthen your technical skills
• Support for continuing education, credentialing, and professional development
• Access to a network of veterinary professionals across three Elk Creek Animal Hospital locations
• Quarterly team rewards and recognition
• Access to Vetcor's TechLife community of more than 800 veterinary technicians company-wide
• A team that values high-quality medicine, communication, and compassionate patient care

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians in providing high-quality medical care to patients
• Perform technical procedures including injections, blood draws, and IV catheter placement
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
• Monitor patients during procedures, treatments, and hospitalization
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist veterinarians during surgical procedures
• Monitor anesthesia and support patients throughout surgical procedures
• Maintain cleanliness and sterility of surgical instruments and equipment
• Provide post-operative care and closely monitor patient recovery
• Educate pet owners on medications, treatments, preventive care, and at-home instructions
• Maintain complete and accurate patient medical records
• Communicate patient updates clearly with veterinarians and other members of the medical team
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment environment

What You'll Bring

• Current veterinary technician license or credential as required by the state
• At least one year of Veterinary Technician experience or equivalent education and training
• Strong animal-handling and restraint skills
• Experience with venipuncture, catheter placement, and medication administration
• Comfort assisting with surgical and anesthetic procedures
• Familiarity with veterinary software and electronic medical records
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail
• Compassionate approach to patients and the people who love them
• Collaborative, dependable, team-first mindset
• Desire to continue learning and developing your veterinary nursing skills

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education support to help you keep growing
• Access to a large network of fellow veterinary technicians through Vetcor TechLife
• Pet care discounts that make caring for your own animals easier
• A workplace where your technical knowledge and patient-care skills are genuinely valued

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
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, disability, critical illness, and life insurance
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Parental leave
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Access to Vetcor TechLife, a community of more than 800 veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program, including savings on brands and services such as Apple, Verizon, Disney, auto insurance, flights, and more

Join Our Team!

Think you're the Licensed Veterinary Technician we've been looking for? We'd love to meet you.

Apply today and discover why Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point is a great place to continue building your veterinary career.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point 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 highest potential.