Veterinary Assistant Technician

Amerivet; Morristown (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

CE allowance

Uniform allowance

License reimbursement

Referral program

Job summary

AmeriVet's Morristown location is seeking a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Assistant to join a supportive team focused on compassionate pet care. The candidate will room patients, assist with surgeries, perform blood draws and X-rays, and engage with pet owners providing education and care.

Strong communication and organization are essential. Experience with in-clinical settings and knowledge of tools is preferred; benefits include sign-on bonus, CE allowances, and development

Qualifications

• Experienced Technician with 2 years in-clinical setting.
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment is a plus.
• Experience with drawing blood, bloodwork, X-rays, and proper positioning.
• Excellent communication and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to learn proper animal handling, fear-free training, and restraint.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and assist in surgical procedures.
• Assist with patient care and client education as needed.
• Learn and follow clinic protocols for animal handling and restraint.

Skills

Team player

Detail oriented

Excellent communication

Fear-free handling

Education

Two years in-clinical setting

Tools

Industry tools knowledge

Job description

About us

Veterinary Assistant Technician- SEQUIST ANIMAL HOSPITAL in Morristown Vermont Under new management; If you are looking to be part of team that is focused on creating a positive culture and thriving environment, this opportunity is for you! Sequist Animal Hospital is a long-standing general practice hospital with deep ties to the community, located in beautiful mountains of Vermont. Our goal is to provide compassionate and quality medicine while striving to make an impact in our community and treat our patients/clients like family. We aim to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our awesome staff!

Who We're Looking For

We are currently looking to hire a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Assistant to join our team! The ideal candidate will be a dependable, detail-oriented team player who loves pets and being part of a fun, supportive team. They will have experience rooming patients, surgical assisting experience and knowledge of equipment used, drawing blood and running bloodwork, knowledge of x-rays and proper positioning, experience with proper animal handling and restraint, understanding the importance of client education, and being a positive and motivating team member.

Requirements

• Experienced Technician with 2 years of in-clinical setting
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment is a plus.
• Experience working with these tools is even better
• Passion for working with animals and their owners
• Ability to learn proper animal handling, fear-free training, and restraint
• Ability to learn common treatments and processes normally found in a veterinary hospital setting
• Excellent communication and ability to gain strong organizational skills

Pay/Wage

The hourly pay rate for this position starts at $20.00 -$25.00 hourly, this varies depending on experience, education, certifications, and licensure.

Benefits

• Additional $500.00 Sign-on bonus!
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance
• Annual Uniform allowance
• Professional License reimbursement
• Referral program - join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!

Additional Benefits at AmeriVet

At AmeriVet, we're committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team: Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals. Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being. Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters. A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career - no matter where you start.