Veterinary Technician

Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant
Status: Full-time
Salary: Competitive compensation based on experience
Schedule: Weekend and holiday overnights, 8 pm - 8 am. 

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses help support your goals today and in the future.

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options, paid parental leave, paid time off, and employee pet benefits help support your well-being both at work and beyond.

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team rewards, professional development opportunities, continuing education support, state license and VTNE fee reimbursement, uniform allowance, and access to the TechLife community help you continue building your veterinary career.

Career-Building Experience: Develop your skills in a busy 24/7 emergency and critical care environment while working alongside an experienced team in a brand-new hospital equipped with modern technology.

Come grow with us! Are you ready to join a dynamic, fast-paced team where every day brings something new? Animal Emergency Clinic is looking for a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who is passionate about emergency medicine, loves teamwork, and thrives on helping pets and their people when they need it most.

We're a busy, growing 24/7 emergency and critical care hospital located in a brand-new facility equipped with modern technology and tools. Our team is supportive, energetic, and dedicated to providing exceptional patient care while maintaining a positive, collaborative work environment.

We're hiring both full-time and part-time team members. Previous veterinary experience is ideal, but we're also willing to train the right motivated candidate who brings a strong work ethic, compassion for patients, and a genuine eagerness to learn. Whether you're experienced in emergency medicine or ready to take the next step in your veterinary career, you'll have opportunities to strengthen your skills while making a meaningful difference every day.

Why You'll Love It Here

• A busy 24/7 emergency and critical care environment where every day brings something new
• A brand-new hospital with modern equipment and a comfortable workspace
• A supportive, energetic, and team-oriented culture
• Hands-on opportunities to develop your emergency and critical care skills
• Training and support for motivated candidates who are eager to learn
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• A team that values your skills, compassion, work ethic, and sense of humor

What You'll Do

• Assist with triage and intake of emergency patients
• Obtain patient histories and communicate important information to the medical team
• Take TPRs and accurately record patient vital signs
• Draw blood and collect diagnostic samples
• Place IV catheters and assist with patient treatments
• Support veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Administer medications and treatments to outpatients as directed by the veterinarian
• Monitor patients and communicate changes in their condition to the medical team
• Enter charges accurately and help maintain complete patient records
• Help manage patient flow in a busy emergency environment
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and support staff to provide exceptional patient care

What You'll Bring

• A passion for veterinary medicine and helping pets when they need it most
• Previous veterinary experience is preferred, but motivated candidates who are eager to learn are encouraged to apply
• A strong work ethic and dependable approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to stay organized and focused in a fast-paced environment
• Compassion and professionalism when working with patients and their families
• A positive, team-focused attitude and willingness to jump in wherever needed
• A desire to continue learning and developing your veterinary skills

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• A brand-new hospital designed for emergency and critical care medicine
• Modern technology and equipment to support high-quality patient care
• Hands-on exposure to a wide variety of emergency cases
• Opportunities to strengthen skills in triage, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, patient monitoring, and emergency treatments
• Training and mentorship as you continue developing your veterinary career
• A supportive team that works together through challenging cases and busy shifts
• A workplace where your compassion, skills, contributions, and sense of humor are valued

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• Flexible compensation
• 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)
• Paid Parental Leave (full-time only)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Free/discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• TechLife community

Lifestyle Benefits

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

Join Our Team!

If you're looking for a rewarding career in emergency medicine with a team that truly values your skills, compassion, growth, and sense of humor, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and come grow with us at Animal Emergency Clinic!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country 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.