Experienced Veterinary Technician

Union Park Veterinary Hospital; Cottonwood Heights (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Disability

401k with company match

CE allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

Union Park Veterinary Hospital in Cottonwood Heights, UT, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to support outpatient care, anesthesia, surgery, and dentistry, with a focus on client communication and high-quality patient care.

The role offers a full-time schedule with no weekends, competitive pay of $20–$26 per hour, and a benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, life and disability cover, 401k with match, and CE allowances. 5+ years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of veterinary technician experience preferred.
• Proficiency in anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Surgical assistance and aseptic technique.
• Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography.
• Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement.
• Radiology positioning and safety protocols.
• Medication administration and accurate drug calculations.
• Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist in surgery.
• Perform dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Identify patient concerns and support efficient case management across the hospital.
• Build strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.

Skills

Anesthetic induction

Anesthesia monitoring

Recovery support

Surgical assistance

Aseptic technique

Dental prophylaxis

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Radiology safety

Medication administration

Drug calculations

Lab sample collection

In-house diagnostics

Job description

Union Park Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experiencedVeterinary Technician to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting in surgery
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $20 - 26per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a flexible, full-time position with the option for a 5/8 or 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday, No Weekends!

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus packages available based on experience and credentials
• CE allowance: Up to $1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 5+ years of veterinary technician experience preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills highly preferred:
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing

Why choose Union Park Veterinary Hospital?

Union Park Veterinary Hospital, nestled in the heart of Cottonwood Heights, UT, is a 2-doctor small animal practice dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care with a personal touch. Our experienced team is committed to the health and happiness of every patient, offering comprehensive services ranging from preventive wellness care and routine surgery to advanced dentistry with digital dental radiography.

We take pride in providing a high standard of medicine, including treatment for complex dental cases such as stomatitis and endodontic procedures, as well as pain management consultations, laser therapy, and rehabilitation services to help pets live healthier, more comfortable lives. By combining advanced medical capabilities with compassionate care and open communication, we strive to build lasting relationships with our clients and their beloved pets.

At Union Park Veterinary Hospital, we believe in a collaborative, partnership-based approach to pet healthcare, ensuring every visit is a positive experience for both pets and their families while fostering a supportive environment where our team can continue to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Pay Range

$20 - $26 USD

Union Park VH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.