What are the responsibilities and job description for the Affectionately Cats CVT or Experienced Tech position at Affectionately Cats?
The only exclusively feline veterinary practice in Vermont!
Affectionately Cats Feline Veterinary Hospital and Boarding Suites in Williston, VT, is Vermont’s only feline-exclusive hospital! We are currently seeking a full-time certified veterinary technician (CVT) or experienced veterinary technician to join our growing team.
Privately owned and operated since 1993, Affectionately Cats has focused on exceptional patient care and client service by investing in our team’s wellbeing and continued growth with ongoing CE and training. We’re seeking someone with a growth mindset who embraces new technology and medical advancements, and who is eager to share their knowledge, experience, and compassion with our patients, clients, and team.
“They provided kind and compassionate care.” – Client testimonial
As a CVT or Veterinary Technician with Affectionately Cats, your responsibilities and qualifications will include:
- Possessing a diploma in Veterinary Technology and maintaining current licensure and/or bringing a minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience (required)
- Applying AAFP Cat Friendly and/or Fear Free handling techniques or interest in obtaining certification (required)
- Performing dental prophylaxis, anesthesia monitoring, and pain management with confidence and precision
- Proficiency in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and digital radiography
- Ensuring compliance with DEA and OSHA standards and protocols
- Updating and maintaining electronic medical records with accuracy and efficiency
- Providing compassionate, professional client service and education
- Exhibiting strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail
- Navigating practice management software and Microsoft Suite with proficiency
“I have nothing but good things to say about the veterinary staff at Affectionately Cats!” – Client testimonial
Time spent with family or friends is vital, and we stive to provide a healthy work/life balance. Our hours are Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM–5 PM, and Saturday, 10 AM–12 PM. Evenings and Sundays are off to prevent burnout, though opportunities to assist with boarding and sick patients on Sundays are available for those interested. We offer a competitive and flexible benefits package, including:
- Salary: $18.00–$28.00/hr. commensurate with experience
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Simple IRA with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays off
- Flexible scheduling (no late nights, Sundays off)
- Continuing education support and personalized growth opportunities
- Generous employee pet care discounts
- Equal opportunity employer
We are always pushing for excellence, if you are too, we would love to connect! Applications welcome via really or to caylin@cb-strategies.com. We can't wait to connect!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Veterinary technician: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Williston, VT 05495 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Williston, VT 05495: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $28