Veterinary Technician

Vetcor; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO and holidays

Pet discounts

Continuing education allowance

VTNE and license reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Quarterly team rewards

Job summary

Turkeyfoot Family Pet Center in Akron, Ohio is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or experienced technician for a full-time role (32–40 hours per week). Salary is negotiable based on experience and credentials.

Schedule is Monday–Friday 7:15 AM–6:00 PM with rotating Saturdays; no nights or holidays. We offer competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and extensive benefits including medical/dental/vision, PTO, pet discounts, CE allowances, license and VTNE fee

Qualifications

• RV T credential required or equivalent veterianry technician experience.
• Experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, and laboratory procedures.
• Proficiency with digital radiographs and in-house diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection.
• Obtain and process digital radiographs; run CBCs, chemistry, urinalysis, and cytology.
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures including anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
• Educate clients on medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and discharge instructions.
• Collaborate with doctors and teammates to provide exceptional patient care.

Skills

RVT credential

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Laboratory procedures

Digital radiography

Emergency nursing

Surgical nursing

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician credential

Veterinary technician experience

Tools

Digital radiography

Job description

Position Details

• Role: Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Experienced Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full‑time (32‑40 hours per week, based on your preference)
• Salary: Negotiable, based on experience and credentials
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:15 AM–6:00 PM, rotating Saturdays; no nights or holidays

Benefits Highlights

• Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; employee pet discounts
• Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance (hotel and airfare reimbursed), state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays; Employee Assistance Program

Turkeyfoot Family Pet Center isn’t your average veterinary hospital—and we like it that way. We’re a five‑doctor small animal and exotics practice in Akron, Ohio that’s AAHA accredited, Fear Free Certified, Cat Friendly Certified, and Low Stress Handling Certified. We’re passionate about providing exceptional patient care while continually embracing new technologies and advances in veterinary medicine.

If you’re looking for a team that values collaboration, kindness, and continuous learning while encouraging you to practice at the top of your license, you’ve found the right place.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• AAHA‑accredited hospital committed to practicing exceptional medicine
• Fear Free, Cat Friendly, and Low Stress Handling Certified practice
• Supportive, collaborative team with no egos and no drama
• Leaders who value your ideas and encourage your professional growth
• Predictable scheduling that respects your work‑life balance
• Continuing education support, including travel expenses for conferences
• Bring your own pets to work—they’re welcome to join doggie daycare or spend the day with you at no cost
• Opportunities to expand your skills while working with both small animals and exotics

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and laboratory sample collection
• Obtain high‑quality digital radiographs
• Run in‑house laboratory diagnostics, including CBCs, chemistry panels, urinalysis, and cytology
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery
• Provide compassionate nursing care and patient monitoring throughout hospitalization
• Educate clients on medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and discharge instructions
• Collaborate closely with doctors and teammates to provide exceptional patient care

What You’ll Bring

• Registered Veterinary Technician credential or previous veterinary technician experience
• Strong technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory procedures, and patient nursing
• Experience with digital radiography and diagnostic sample collection
• Emergency and surgical nursing experience
• Professional, compassionate communication with clients and teammates
• Collaborative, team‑first mindset
• Positive attitude, reliability, and passion for veterinary medicine
• Creative ideas and enthusiasm for continually improving patient care

Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• A hospital that continually invests in advanced medicine and your professional development
• Leaders who truly listen and appreciate your contributions
• Meaningful work helping pets and the families who love them
• A collaborative culture where everyone works together toward the same goal
• A workplace where your pets are welcome, too
• A team that believes veterinary medicine should be rewarding, supportive, and fun

Financial and Professional Benefits

• Flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skillset 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
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Quarterly Team Rewards 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)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Lifestyle Benefits

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

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Turkeyfoot Family Pet Center and Vetcor. We are committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their highest potential.