Lead Veterinary Technician

splootveterinarycare; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay $32-34

Licensure reimbursement

CE reimbursement

EAP program

Pet benefits for up to 5 pets

Health, dental, vision

401(k) match

PTO from day 1

Parental leave & bereavement

Sploot scrubs & snacks

Job summary

Sploot Veterinary Care in Salt Lake City is seeking a skilled veterinary technician to join our urgent care and general practice team. No overnights, flexible shifts, mentorship, and access to modern tools set the stage for compassionate, hands-on care.

You’ll work closely with veterinarians, assist in surgery prep and anesthesia, educate clients, handle labs and radiographs, and support a culture of growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 4+ years vet tech experience or equivalent in urgent care.
• Utah license preferred (RVT/CVT/LVT) or equivalent experience.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and proactive care.
• Experience in urgent/emergency care; dentistry/anesthesia is required.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, treatments, and diagnostics.
• Educate clients and explain care plans and at-home instructions.
• Perform blood draws, lab tests, IV catheter placement, radiographs, meds, vaccines, and wound care.
• Maintain digital records with AI scribe support, restock supplies, and keep equipment clean.
• Mentor assistants and support the team while upholding core values.

Skills

Teamwork

Organized

Proactive

Compassionate care

Education

Utah VT license preferred (RVT/CVT/LVT)

Tools

CoVET AI Scribe

Laparoscopic surgery suite

Job description

Step Into Leadership. Shape the Future of Vet Medicine.

No Overnights | Flexible Shifts | Pet Benefits | Urgent Care + General Practice

Sploot Veterinary Care is rewriting the rules of veterinary medicine, and your next role could be part of it!

The Sploot Difference

At Sploot, we believe that cared-for teams provide better medicine. By prioritizing support, mentorship, and work-life balance, our medical teams provide the Gold Standard of veterinary care to our clients.

Sustainable Schedules

Sustainable Schedules: 10- and 12-hour shifts with varying days per week, with no overnights

Mentorship at Every Stage

Mentorship at Every Stage: work alongside a phenomenal team of doctors and nurses who are here to answer your questions and provide guidance on a daily basis

Tech-Forward Tools

Tech-Forward Tools: utilize Sploot's modern tools for modern care, including a laparoscopic surgery suite and CoVET AI Scribe to handle note-taking

Unique Case Mix

Unique Case Mix: practicing both urgent care and general practice, no day is ever the same

Exceptional Pet Benefits

Exceptional Pet Benefits: get care either free, at cost, or deep discounts for up to 5 of your own pets

Who You Are

• Certified Veterinary Tech (Utah): RVT, CVT, or LVT with a current Utah license preferred, or non-licensed technician with significant experience.
• Clinical Experience: 4+ years of vet tech experience.
• Team-First Mindset: Collaborative, communicative, and willing to jump in where needed. No ego - just great care.
• Organized & Proactive: Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail and a knack for improving processes.
• Compassionate & Growth-Oriented: Gentle with pets, respectful with clients, and motivated to keep learning and improving veterinary care.
• Experience in urgent or emergency care
• Experience in dentistry and anesthesia required

What You'll Do

• Clinical Partnership: Support veterinarians with surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, treatments, and diagnostics.
• Client Education & Support: Guide and reassure pet parents by clearly explaining care plans and at-home instructions.
• Technical & Lab Skills: Perform blood draws, lab tests, IV catheter placement, radiographs (including dental), medication/vaccine administration, and assist with wound care.
• Clinic Operations: Maintain accurate digital records (with AI scribe support), restock supplies, and keep equipment clean and sterilized.
• Culture & Mentorship: Live our core values through open communication, teamwork, and a positive, solutions-focused mindset - while mentoring assistants and supporting the team.

What You'll Get

• Competitive Pay: $32-34/hour, plus 1.5x pay on Sploot-recognized holidays.
• Full reimbursement for Utah technician licensure + up to $400 of CE reimbursement annually
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health, legal, and financial counseling for you and your household
• Employee Pet Benefits - free, at-cost, or deep discounts on diagnostics, treatments, and surgeries for up to 5 of your own pets
• Health, Dental, and Vision with a generous employer contribution; HSA available
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match
• PTO accrual from day 1 up to 80 hours, and increasing with tenure
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave, and bereavement leave for both human and pet losses
• Free Sploot-branded FIGS scrubs, unlimited snacks, and regular team events

At Sploot, we're building the future of vet med one clinic, one case, and one team member at a time. Join our team and discover how fun, fulfilling, and supportive a veterinary career can be.

According to Utah state law, our company practices continuous hiring, ensuring equal opportunity employment and ongoing consideration for qualified candidates. We welcome applications year-round and are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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