Veterinary Technician

Vetcor; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition Support Program

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Vetcor is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician at Main Street Animal Clinic in Birmingham, Alabama. Ideal candidates should have a Veterinary Technician License and at least two years of experience. Responsibilities include patient handling, surgical care, and effective client communication. The position offers competitive pay, health insurance, 401(k) matching, and several wellness benefits. An inclusive work environment is emphasized, promoting diversity and belonging among the staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in veterinary care.
• Valid Veterinary Technician License.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage safe and effective patient handling and restraint.
• Monitor and recover surgical patients.
• Document patient records and communicate with clients.

Skills

Experience in veterinary care

Client communication

Emergency care skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Veterinary Technician License

Job description

Position Summary

• Role: Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full‑time
• Salary: Negotiable, based on experience & licensure
• Schedule: Weekend availability; Wednesdays required
• Requirements: Two years of experience or a valid Veterinary Technician License

Do you have a passion for caring for pets and the people who love them? At Main Street Animal Clinic, we are passionate about the care we provide to our patients and clients. Our goal is to provide the finest quality of care throughout our patients' lifetimes and to establish a lasting bond between our clients and our amazing staff of compassionate and qualified veterinary professionals. When you join our family, you will help create healthier lives for countless pets and their families.

Joining the Veterinary Technician team at Main Street Animal Clinic, you can enjoy a meaningful career in a fun but professional team‑oriented atmosphere. We value the personal and professional growth of all staff members. If you have the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, strive to never stop learning, and have a fiery passion for vet medicine, Main Street Animal Clinic may be the place for you!

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Scheduling that fosters a proper work‑life balance
• Co‑workers are committed to your success
• A clinic culture that encourages you to be your awesome self

What You’ll Contribute

• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines
• Attentive induction, monitoring, and recovery of surgical patients
• Emergency and surgical care – including IV catheter placement and intubation
• Obtaining diagnostics – including radiographs, phlebotomy, and sample collection, and performing in‑house lab work
• Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff
• Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Ability to build rapport with clients and fellow team members
• Client education and communication skills that convey our recommendations to clients in an easily understandable and professional manner
• Maintaining a positive, supportive approach at all times
• Responding to the pressure of a fast‑paced environment with dignity and professionalism
• The confidence to own tasks and responsibilities, and deliver positive outcomes

Benefits

Financial Benefits

• Competitive pay, 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 – medical, dental, vision (full‑time only)
• Supplemental insurance (accident, critical illness, hospital, short/long‑term disability, legal plan, life insurance for employee, spouse, and child‑dependent)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for birth/adoption (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

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

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

Join Our Team!

Are you the Veterinary Technician we are looking for? Apply today! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Main Street Animal 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 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.