Licensed Veterinary Technician

Wellington-Veterinary-Clinic; Wellington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition Support Program

Referral bonus program

Health insurance (medical, dental, vis

PT0

Paid parental leave (up to 3 weeks)

PTO

Employee pet discounts

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance

Six paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount program

Job summary

Wellington Veterinary Clinic is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our six-doctor mixed-animal practice. You will work within a collaborative medical team, supporting examinations, surgeries, anesthesia, and patient care while growing your clinical skills.

We offer a strong benefits package, mentoring, continuing education, and a commitment to work-life balance with flexible scheduling and rotating Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Current Veterinary Technician license required by the state.
• Strong clinical and patient-care skills.
• Experience with routine and complex surgical procedures.
• Ability to calculate drug dosages accurately.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring.
• Excellent client communication and recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and patient care.
• Assist during routine and complex surgical procedures.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and surgical areas for procedures.
• Support anesthesia preparation, monitoring, recovery, and perioperative care.
• Calculate medication and drug dosages accurately.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and diagnostic sample collection.
• Assist with laboratory testing and other diagnostic procedures.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and support preventive dental care.
• Educate clients clearly about treatments, medications, preventive care, and veterinary recommendations.
• Maintain patient medical records.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and teammates to maintain an efficient daily workflow.
• Share knowledge and mentor teammates.
• Contribute to teamwork and mutual respect.

Skills

Tech license

Clinical skills

Surgery assistance

Dosage calculation

Anesthesia monitoring

Venipuncture

Dental prophylaxis

Fear Free handling

Client communication

Medical records

Multi-tasking

Team player

Professional growth

Mentorship

Passion for vet med

Education

State Veterinary Technician license

Job description

Who we are:

Wellington Veterinary Clinic is Hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Licensed Veterinary TechnicianStatus: Full-timeSalary: Competitive and based on experienceSchedule: Flexible scheduling with rotating Saturdays

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 pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license and VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Looking for a Veterinary Technician Role Where Your Skills, Growth, and Work-Life Balance Are Valued?

Wellington Veterinary Clinic is ready to welcome a Licensed Veterinary Technician to our fantastic team!

We're a well-established, six-doctor mixed animal practice that genuinely appreciates the different personalities, perspectives, and unique skills each veterinary technician brings to the hospital. We believe great veterinary medicine happens when talented people are given the support, trust, and opportunities they need to thrive.

We also believe your career should leave room for a life outside of work. That's why we offer flexible scheduling, rotating Saturdays, mentorship, and a team culture built around collaboration and mutual respect.

If you're looking for a place where you can use the skills you've worked hard to develop while continuing to learn and grow, we'd love to meet you.

Why Our Licensed Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Join a well-established, six-doctor mixed animal practice
• Work with a diverse caseload that keeps veterinary medicine interesting
• Flexible scheduling designed to support a healthy work-life balance
• Rotating Saturday shifts
• A positive, supportive team that believes remarkable results come from collaboration and mutual respect
• Opportunities to use and expand your veterinary technical skills
• Mentorship and support as you grow and advance your career
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• A workplace that values the unique skills and personality you bring to the team
• Opportunities to use your veterinary skills to make a difference in your community
• A culture where learning is encouraged, and professional growth is celebrated
• Meaningful work improving the lives of pets and the people who love them

What our Licensed Veterinary Technicians Do

As a Licensed Veterinary Technician at Wellington Veterinary Clinic, you'll be an essential part of our medical team and have opportunities to utilize a broad range of technical skills.

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and patient care
• Assist veterinarians during routine and complex surgical procedures
• Prepare patients, equipment, and surgical areas for procedures
• Support anesthesia preparation, monitoring, recovery, and perioperative patient care
• Calculate medication and drug dosages accurately
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and diagnostic sample collection
• Assist with laboratory testing and other diagnostic procedures
• Perform dental prophylaxis and support preventive dental care
• Utilize Fear Free and low-stress handling techniques to promote patient comfort and safety
• Obtain patient histories and accurately document vital signs and medical information
• Maintain accurate and thorough patient medical records
• Educate clients clearly and compassionately about treatments, medications, preventive care, and veterinarian recommendations
• Maintain clean, organized, stocked, and efficient treatment areas
• Collaborate with veterinarians and teammates to maintain an efficient daily workflow
• Share your knowledge and experience while supporting the continued growth of your teammates

What You’ll Bring

We're looking for a credentialed veterinary professional who combines strong technical skills with compassion, curiosity, communication, and a team-first attitude.

• Current Veterinary Technician license or credential as required by the state
• Strong veterinary clinical and patient-care skills
• Confidence assisting with routine and complex surgical procedures
• Ability to calculate medication and drug dosages accurately
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery
• Proficiency with venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Experience with dental prophylaxis; a special interest in preventive dentistry is a plus
• Safe and compassionate patient handling and restraint skills
• Interest in or experience with Fear Free and low-stress handling techniques
• Excellent communication and client-education skills
• Strong attention to detail and accurate medical recordkeeping
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy veterinary environment
• A positive, supportive, and collaborative approach
• Commitment to teamwork and mutual respect
• Desire to continue learning and growing professionally
• Willingness to share your knowledge and encourage the growth of others
• A genuine passion for veterinary medicine and exceptional patient care

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

At Wellington Veterinary Clinic, we want our Veterinary Technicians to do more than simply complete a list of tasks. We want you to use your skills, develop new ones, share what you know, and have a voice on the team.

You’ll receive mentorship and support as you advance your career, along with opportunities for continuing education and professional development. Whether you’re expanding your surgical skills, developing a special interest in dentistry, strengthening your Fear Free techniques, or helping another teammate learn something new, we want to support that growth.

And because we’re a mixed-animal practice, you’ll have the opportunity to be part of a diverse caseload that keeps every day interesting.

The more you know, the better off we all are!

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• 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 employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• 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 a Licensed Veterinary Technician looking for a practice where you can use your skills, continue growing professionally, enjoy a healthy work-life balance, and be part of a team that genuinely values what you bring to the table, Wellington Veterinary Clinic may be the place for you.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Wellington Veterinary Clinic 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 bringing different perspectives and ways of understanding and engaging with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.