Shelby Center Hospital for Animals is looking for dedicated experienced or licensed veterinary technicians and experienced veterinary assistants who are passionate about caring for pets and their humans to join our team! Working in the veterinary profession is incredibly rewarding when done with compassion and skill. Our mission is to enhance pet health while fostering leadership and teamwork. If you embody Respect, Integrity, Accountability, and Compassion, we want you to be part of our team!
In addition to offering a clinic culture of compassion and support, we also offer some exceptional benefits, including:
Financial Benefits:
- A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset 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)
- All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full time only)
- 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
- A vibrant Facebook community where like-minded teammates come together to share ideas, swap experiences, and uplift each other with support and inspiration!
Lifestyle Benefits:
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
All Of Our Team Members Should be Ready To:
- Maintain and provide the highest degree of patient & client service/care
- Consult and educate clients on available services and best practices to ensure animal health
- Assist Veterinarians with appointments, surgery, dentistry, and client education per hospital policy
- Perform initial evaluation of the pet’s and advise doctor regarding nature of visit, preventative care due and client concerns
- Perform procedures and treatments (IV Catheter placement, blood draws, radiographs, laboratory procedures, ETC….)
- Admit, discharge assess, walk feed, clean, medicate patients, and recognizing contagious disease
- Responsible for safely holding and restraining animals
- Multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Maintain knowledge of drugs and their uses, a clean, organized, and stocked hospital
Preferred Requirements for an entry-level position:
- 1+ years of Experience in the Veterinary industry, High school diploma, GED certificate,
- Availability to work minimum of 36-40 hours weekly, weekends, and holidays
- Withstand unpleasant odors and noises
- Be Reliable, Positive, Empathetic and Optimistic, On Time, and Professional in appearance
- Must be dependable, demonstrate strong work ethic, excellent time/task management, excellent written/spoken communications/medical documentation skills, and willingness to learn
- Must be able to perform in a fast paced and challenging environment and respond quickly and calmly to emergencies
- Self-starter that takes initiative, excellent communication skills, and working harmoniously with teammates, and clients
- Must be comfortable carrying, restraining animals of all sizes, lifting up to 50lbs and walking or standing for extended periods of time
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 7:00-6:00, Saturday 7:30-12:00
Apply now to become a valuable member of our compassionate and dedicated community!
Diversity, equity, and Inclusion are core values at Shelby Center Hospital for Animals 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.
