Licensed Veterinary Technician

Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point; West Buechel (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Roth Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Support Program

529 Savings Plan

Referral Bonus Program

Lend-a-Hand opportunities with time‑&‑

time‑and‑a-half pay

Employee discounts

Pet discounts

Job summary

Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point in Louisville, KY, is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician for a full-time role with a four-day workweek and weekends off. Compensation is negotiable based on experience, with a strong emphasis on growth and team collaboration.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement options, tuition support, and opportunities to work across Elk Creek locations.

Qualifications

• Licensed/Registered Veterinary Technician credentials
• A minimum of one year of experience as a Veterinary Technician or equivalent education and training
• Proficiency in animal handling and restraint techniques
• Experience with venipuncture and catheter placement
• Experience administering medications and treatments
• Comfort with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery
• Experience supporting surgical and dental procedures
• Familiarity with veterinary software systems and accurate medical record keeping
• Strong communication and client education skills
• A collaborative approach and commitment to maintaining a positive hospital culture

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Run in-house laboratory testing, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, fecals, and more
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including preparation, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vital signs during procedures
• Provide post-operative care and monitor patients throughout recovery
• Maintain cleanliness and sterility of surgical instruments and equipment
• Educate and communicate with clients about patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventative care
• Accurately document patient care and treatments in the medical record
• Collaborate with the veterinary team to maintain an efficient workflow and positive hospital culture

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician credential

1 year experience as Vet Tech

Tools

Vet software systems

Anesthesia monitoring equipment

In-house lab equipment

Job description

Who we are:

Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Licensed Veterinary TechnicianStatus: Full-timeSalary: Negotiable and based on experienceSchedule: Four-day workweeks; M, T, Th, F. Weekends off!

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, tuition support, 529 Savings Plan, referral bonuses, and Lend-a-Hand opportunities with time-and-a-half pay help support your goals today and in the future.

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental insurance options, paid parental leave for eligible employees, Sick Time / Paid Time Off, and employee pet discounts help support your well‑being both at work and beyond.

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards, professional development opportunities, state license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, continuing education support, uniform allowance, and access to Vetcor’s TechLife community help you continue developing your skills and growing your veterinary career.

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: A four‑day workweek, six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, and the opportunity to explore Elk Creek Animal Hospital’s other locations help support a rewarding career and a life outside the hospital.

At Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point in Louisville, Kentucky, we believe you can provide excellent patient care and still have a life outside the hospital. We’re a two‑doctor small animal practice offering four‑day workweeks designed to give our team time to recharge and get home for dinner with their families.

Our Hikes Point hospital is one of three Elk Creek Animal Hospital locations, giving team members the opportunity to explore our other locations if interested and pick up additional hours when desired. We’re looking for a Licensed/Registered Veterinary Technician who brings strong technical skills, compassion, and a collaborative approach to patient care.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• A four‑day workweek that helps support life outside the hospital
• A two‑doctor small animal practice where your skills make an important impact
• Time to get home for dinner with your family
• Opportunities to explore and work at Elk Creek Animal Hospital’s other locations if interested
• Opportunities for additional hours when desired
• Lend‑a‑Hand opportunities with time‑and‑a‑half pay
• A collaborative environment focused on excellent patient care
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• A team that values efficient workflows and a positive hospital culture
• Support and resources to help you continue growing as a veterinary professional

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Run in‑house laboratory testing, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, fecals, and more
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including preparation, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vital signs during procedures
• Provide post‑operative care and monitor patients throughout recovery
• Maintain cleanliness and sterility of surgical instruments and equipment
• Educate and communicate with clients about patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventative care
• Accurately document patient care and treatments in the medical record
• Collaborate with the veterinary team to maintain an efficient workflow and positive hospital culture

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Licensed/Registered Veterinary Technician credentials
• A minimum of one year of experience as a Veterinary Technician or equivalent education and training
• Proficiency in animal handling and restraint techniques
• Experience with venipuncture and catheter placement
• Experience administering medications and treatments
• Comfort with anesthesia monitoring and patient recoveryActually fixed:
• Comfort with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery
• Experience supporting surgical and dental procedures
• Familiarity with veterinary software systems and accurate medical record keeping
• Strong communication and client education skills
• A collaborative approach and commitment to maintaining a positive hospital culture

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
• Lend‑a‑Hand opportunities with time‑and‑a‑half pay

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)
• Paid parental leave of up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child after one year of service (full‑time only; 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

Professional Growth & Recognition

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Access to Vetcor’s TechLife community

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point 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.