Veterinary Technician

West Lake Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Technician!Position DetailsRole: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician/AssistantStatus: Full-timeSalary: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour; negotiable and based on experienceSchedule: Monday through Thursday, 7am - 5pm or 8am - 5:30pmBenefits HighlightsFinancial Rewards that Grow with You:Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonusesWellness & Peace of Mind:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discountsProfessional Growth & Recognition:Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowanceLifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate:Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance ProgramAre you a Certified Veterinary Technician or an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a practice that truly values your skills, compassion, and work-life balance? West Lake Animal Hospital is a full-service hospital for dogs, cats, and exotics, and we’re ready to welcome a new team member who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes pride in providing exceptional care.At West Lake Animal Hospital, we believe in treating every pet and person with kindness and respect. We offer high-quality care without sacrificing your personal time — no weekends, late emergencies, or evenings — and we’re proud of the family-oriented culture we’ve built.Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love West Lake Animal HospitalTeam-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growthLeadership that listens and invests in your developmentMentorship, continuing education, and real career pathwaysMonday-Thursday schedule, 7am - 5:30pm (four 10-hour days!)No weekends, holidays, or late nightsEnjoy a full hour lunch every dayWhat Our Veterinary Technicians BringCritical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitudeExcellent communication and teamwork skillsA compassionate approach to patient and client careAt least one year of hands-on experience with:• Jugular, cephalic, and saphenous blood draws• IV catheter placement and fluid therapy• Surgical assistance: intubation, prep, anesthesia monitoring, and post-op care• Calculating and administering anesthetics and medications• Taking quality radiographs (Cuattro HD DR digital)• Performing dental cleanings and dental radiographs• Answering phones, scheduling appointments, and delivering exceptional client serviceBonus Points If You Have:Experience with Cornerstone softwareFamiliarity with Heska blood analyzersSpanish fluencyWhat You’ll DoLet your passion for excellent patient care shine—every dayCommunicate with warmth, clarity, and confidenceSupport teammates and welcome learning (yours and theirs)Embrace the occasional “cat rodeo” with safe, skilled handlingCelebrate the moments that matter—birthdays, babies, anniversariesThe Extras You’ll Actually FeelFlexibility that supports real work-life balanceA clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomenessMentoring, growth, and frequent “thanks”—plus coffee runs, ice-cream breaks, and lunch on usBenefits You Can’t BeatFinancial BenefitsA flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (full-time only)529 Savings PlanTuition Support Program (full-time only)Referral bonus programWellness BenefitsHealth 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 OffFree/discounted lab work for all employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount programWorkplace BenefitsQuarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramState license reimbursementVTNE exam fee reimbursementProfessional development opportunitiesContinuing education allowanceUniform allowanceLifestyle BenefitsSix paid holidays (full-time only)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount programTake the next step. You miss every chance you don’t take — don’t miss this one. Apply today to join our Veterinary Technician team at West Lake Animal Hospital!Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at West Lake Animal 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.

Created: 2025-10-16