What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant and Technician position at Island Veterinary Care?
Join a Patient-First Team
Are you the kind of person who talks to patients and clients like they’re family? So do we.
We’re a family-oriented veterinary practice built on one simple belief: exceptional patient care starts with a healthy, drama-free team. If you’re looking for a workplace where respect is standard, work is collaborative and rewarding, and compassion is non-negotiable, you’ll fit right in.
Learn more about us at www.islandveterinarycare.com
Send us your cover letter and resume to: support@islandveterinarycare.com
What Makes Us Different
- Family-First Philosophy – We care for our team the way we care for our patients.
- Patient Advocacy Model – Every team member is empowered to speak up for what’s best for the animal.
- Quality Over Quotas – We focus on thorough care and addressing clients concerns.
- Drama-Free Culture – No cliques. No chaos. Just professionals who support each other.
What You’ll Do
- Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during exams and procedures
- Provide compassionate patient handling and monitoring
- Educate and support pet parents
- Maintain a clean, calm, well-stocked, and organized environment
- Be cross trained to help across all aspects of the clinic
You’re a Great Fit If You:
- Stay calm and positive in a fast-paced setting
- Take pride in details and patient comfort
- Have a pitch-in and problem-solve attitude
- Want a long-term workplace where people genuinely enjoy working together
Experience preferred, but attitude, enthusiasm and growth potential assessed.
If you’re ready to love where you work—and make a difference every single day—we’d love to meet you.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time, repeatedly bend/squat, work on the floor, lift up to 50 lbs and work on Saturdays.
Salary:
Highly competitive compensation package
Based upon experience, licensure and performance
- Licensed RVT, CVT, LVT, license/diploma from VTNE: $20-28/hr plus benefits
- Non-licensed technician assistant: $16-20/hr plus benefits
Benefits: Full time employees (40 hours/week)
- Full Medical insurance
- Full Vision
- Full Prescription
- 401K
- Profit Sharing Plan
- 401K Employer matching when qualified
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Bonuses
- Discounted medical care for personal pets
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $16.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Veterinary Experience: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20