Veterinary Assistant

Who We Are

Hillcrest Animal Hospital is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Technician

Status: Full-time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience

Schedule: Monday through Friday; no weekends

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

Looking for a Veterinary Technician Role with Great Hours and a Supportive Team?

Hillcrest Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our busy, compassionate small-animal practice. We are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and outstanding client service while maintaining a positive, team-oriented work environment.

If you are passionate about veterinary medicine, enjoy working closely with pets and their families, and want to be part of a hospital that values teamwork, growth, and work-life balance, we'd love to meet you.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Hillcrest Animal Hospital

• Monday through Friday schedule with no weekends
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities to expand technical skills and knowledge
• High-quality medicine and patient care
• Meaningful relationships with clients and patients
• Commitment to professional growth and continuing education
• Positive culture built around teamwork and respect
  
  
  

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Obtain and record patient histories and vital signs
• Collect blood, urine, and other laboratory samples
• Perform laboratory testing and prepare samples for outside laboratories
• Administer medications as directed
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures
• Take and process radiographs
• Educate pet owners on treatment plans, medications, nutrition, and preventive care
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Ensure exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment are clean, stocked, and ready for patient care
  
  
  

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• 1–3 years of veterinary clinic experience preferred
• Experience monitoring anesthesia and supporting surgical procedures preferred
  
  
  

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• Consistent weekday schedule that supports work-life balance
• Opportunities to continue learning and developing professionally
• A team that values collaboration and mutual support
• A workplace where your skills and contributions are appreciated
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families
  
  
  

Financial Benefits

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• 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 employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• 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!

If you're ready to use your veterinary skills in a supportive, team-focused hospital that values both professional excellence and work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and discover what makes Hillcrest Animal Hospital a great place to grow your career!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Hillcrest 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.