Veterinary Technician: Growth, Surgery & Fear-Free Care

Who We Are Lake Station Pet Clinic is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician or Assistant. Lake Station Pet Clinic is a four-doctor small animal practice located in Lake Station, Indiana. We are proud to be a certified Cat Friendly Practice with a strong commitment to our local community, exceptional patient care, and a collaborative team culture. Position Details Role: Experienced Veterinary Technician or Assistant Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: 30–40 hours a week; hours per day vary Benefits Highlights Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, referral bonuses Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; employee discounts Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, uniform allowance Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Lake Station Pet Clinic Supportive and collaborative team culture Opportunities to expand skills in surgery, dentistry, anesthesia, and exotic medicine Fear-free and low-stress handling techniques prioritized throughout the hospital Open communication encouraged through weekly and monthly team meetings Mentorship and continued professional growth opportunities A workplace that values teamwork, positivity, and genuine appreciation Opportunities to work with acupuncture, laser therapy, and advanced patient care techniques What You’ll Do Safely restrain and handle patients using fear-free and low-stress techniques Obtain patient histories and perform patient assessments Assist veterinarians during surgical and dental procedures Monitor anesthesia and patient recovery Obtain and process radiographs and dental X-rays Prepare medications and support patient treatments Maintain clean exam rooms, kennels, runs, and hospital areas Support hospitalized patient care and daily clinic operations Occasionally participate in a cat rodeo with professionalism and humor What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring Previous veterinary assistant experience required Strong surgical assisting and anesthesia monitoring skills Experience with dental radiographs preferred Positive attitude and collaborative mindset Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers Desire to continue learning and growing professionally Confidence taking ownership of responsibilities and supporting teammates Excellent communication and teamwork abilities The Extras You’ll Actually Feel Mentorship and support as you grow your veterinary career Opportunities to broaden your skill set and explore advanced services A positive workplace culture built around teamwork and mutual respect Team celebrations for birthdays, milestones, and accomplishments A clinic environment where having fun and supporting one another matters A team that truly values your contributions every day 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/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 ready to grow your skills, support your community, and join a team that truly values collaboration and compassion, apply today and discover what makes Lake Station Pet Clinic such a rewarding place to grow your veterinary career! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Lake Station Pet Clinic and Vetcor. We’re 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vetcor