Veterinary Technician

Job Description

Veterinary Technician

Northcreek Veterinary Clinic | Northport, AL

Northcreek Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our small animal practice in Northport, Alabama, just outside Tuscaloosa. We're especially interested in a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) with strong anesthesia and surgical skills, but experienced Veterinary Assistants are also encouraged to apply.

We're looking for someone who is confident in their clinical abilities, communicates well, and enjoys working closely with veterinarians and teammates. This is an opportunity for an experienced veterinary professional who wants to contribute to patient care, share their knowledge, and continue developing their leadership skills.

About Northcreek Veterinary Clinic

Northcreek Veterinary Clinic is a small, close-knit veterinary practice serving dogs, cats, and small mammals throughout Northport and the greater Tuscaloosa area.

Our team includes approximately nine employees, with two veterinarians working each day. We focus on providing compassionate, Fear Free patient care while maintaining an environment where communication, teamwork, and continued learning are priorities.

We encourage team members to ask questions, share ideas, and help one another improve. Our small team structure allows everyone to work closely together and contribute to how the hospital operates.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities will vary based on experience and credentials and may include:

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Prepare patients and equipment for surgery
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgical recovery
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Collect and process laboratory samples
• Assist with dental procedures and patient monitoring
• Administer medications and prescribed treatments under appropriate supervision
• Safely handle and restrain patients using Fear Free techniques
• Provide nursing care and monitor hospitalized patients
• Maintain accurate medical records and educate clients on patient care
• Support hospital workflow and collaborate with teammates throughout the day
• Help train, mentor, and support less-experienced team members based on experience

What We're Looking For

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred , but experienced Veterinary Assistants will be considered
• Previous hands-on veterinary clinical experience
• Strong anesthesia monitoring skills, particularly for LVT candidates
• Surgery and dental experience preferred
• Strong patient handling and communication skills
• Dependable, organized, and comfortable taking initiative
• Team-oriented approach and willingness to share knowledge
• Interest in mentorship, continued learning, or developing leadership skills

Schedule

Hospital Hours are: Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM-5:00 PM & Friday: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM

• Approximately 35-38 hours per week
• Start times may vary between 7:30 and 8:00 AM
• No weekends
• No holiday shifts

Our schedule is intentionally designed to provide consistency and time outside of work.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.

Eligible team members may receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Six paid federal holidays and two floating holidays
• Quarterly bonus opportunities
• $500 continuing education allowance for LVTs
• Employee pet care discounts
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• HSA/FSA options

Join Our Team

At Northcreek Veterinary Clinic, we value experienced veterinary professionals who take pride in their work, support their teammates, and want to continue improving patient care.

Whether you're an LVT looking to use your anesthesia and surgical skills or an experienced Veterinary Assistant ready to take on additional responsibility, we'd like to hear from you.

If you're searching for a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant job in Northport, AL, or the Tuscaloosa area, with a consistent weekday schedule and opportunities to grow, apply today to join Northcreek Veterinary Clinic.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.


Values : Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next


One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.


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NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

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