Wilmington Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!
Position Details
- Role: Veterinary Technician
- Status: Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
- Schedule: Monday-Friday: Four 10-hour days
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
At Wilmington Animal Hospital, we’re proud of the high-quality medicine we practice – and we’re just as proud of the team that makes it happen. We’re a five-doctor small animal hospital in Wilmington Delaware providing compassionate and individualized care for our patients. We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician who wants to use their skills daily, continue learning, and be part of a clinic culture that supports one another (and keeps positive, even on the busy days).
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- A “better together” culture – wins are shared and challenges aren’t faced alone
- Leaders who listen, value your ideas, and appreciate your contributions
- Predictable scheduling and respect for your time
- Mentorship and training so you can keep leveling up
- Supportive environment where questions are welcomed and growth is expected
- High standards of care with a team that’s proud of the medicine we practice
What You’ll Do:
- Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to patients from intake through discharge
- Obtain high-quality radiographs and maintain imaging standards
- Run in-house laboratory testing
- Support surgical and dental procedures (prep, monitoring, recovery, instrument care)
- Educate and communicate with clients on patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventative care
- Accurately document patient care and treatments in the medical record
- Collaborate with the team to maintain an efficient workflow and positive hospital culture
What You’ll Bring:
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred
- Technician experience required
- Diagnostics – including radiographs, phlebotomy and sample collection, and in-house lab work
- Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, induction, and recovery
- Clear, compassionate communication with clients and team members
- A collaborative, team-first mindset with a willingness to jump in where needed
- A positive attitude, reliability, and a genuine passion for veterinary medicine
Our Team Members Should Be Ready To:
- Grow as a professional and encourage the growth of others.
- Be part of bi-weekly meetings to encourage open communication and collaboration.
- Maintain a positive, supportive approach at all times, recognizing that remarkable results are achieved through teamwork and mutual respect.
- Possess the confidence to own tasks and responsibilities to deliver positive outcomes.
- Anticipate the needs of DVM staff, promoting efficiency and teamwork.
What’s In It For You:
- Opportunity to use your veterinary skills to better your community
- Mentoring and support as you grow and advance your career – The more you know, the better off we all are!
- 4-day work weeks
- A fridge stocked with drinks and snacks – always
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!
Ready to join a team that truly values you? Apply today – we can’t wait to meet you!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Wilmington 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.
