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At University Vet Hospital, we are known for serving our patients and clients with compassion, empathy and integrity. We are always looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to help us continue providing the best care and service to our patients and clients.

If you believe your values match those of our practice and you would like to be part of an outstanding team, we would like to hear from you. Please email us to learn more or apply below.

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Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician

University Vet Hospital

About the Role

University Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

 

Position Details

  • Role: Experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician
  • Status: Full-time
  • Salary: $22.00 – $24.00 per hour
  • Schedule: 4 x 10-hour 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 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

Have you met University Vet Hospital?! Let us introduce ourselves! We are a team-oriented, 5-doctor practice of passionate professionals looking to add a Veterinary Technician to our crew who is proficient in anesthesia, performing dental prophylactic procedures, and taking dental radiographs, and who also fosters a positive training experience for veterinary assistants.

 

At University Veterinary Hospital, we believe in a “better together” philosophy. We are at our best when we celebrate ourselves and each other and as a result, both staff and patients flourish! We are seeking an enthusiastic team member! RVT’s are preferred, but we will consider a candidate with 2+ years of solid technician experience.

 

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love it Here

  • Consistent scheduling for a proper work-life balance
  • Team-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growth
  • Leadership that listens and invests in your development
  • Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

  • Cornerstone software experience is a plus
  • A great attitude
  • Ability to keep up in a fast-paced environment, with a smile on your face
  • Ability to multitask and effectively triage
  • Ability to deal with difficult situations with tact and empathy
  • A love for animals and people alike!

What You’ll Contribute

  • Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
  • Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines
  • Experience in monitoring anesthesia 
  • Emergency and surgical care - including IV catheter placement
  • Obtaining diagnostics - including radiographs, phlebotomy, and sample collection, and performing in-house lab work
  • Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff
  • Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions

 

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 only; after one year of service)
  • 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
  • State license reimbursement
  • VTNE exam fee reimbursement
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

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

 

Join Our Team!

 

Thank you for your interest! We look forward to hearing from you!

 

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at University Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.


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