Veterinary Technician

Vetcor; Burlington (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance (medical, dental, & <

Job summary

Burlington Veterinary Center is hiring an experienced or licensed veterinary technician to join our surgical and clinical services team. This role emphasizes anesthesia, diagnostics, and high-quality patient care within a collaborative hospital environment.

You will monitor anesthesia, assist with surgeries, run in-house labs, and support imaging and dental procedures while engaging with clients and the team to deliver exceptional veterinary medicine.

Qualifications

• Licensed veterinary technician with state eligibility.
• Experience or strong interest in surgical support and anesthesia.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Must work well in a team-based setting and be cross-trained.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, monitor, and support patients through surgery and anesthesia.
• Conduct in-house diagnostics including bloodwork and cytology.
• Assist with imaging procedures (radiology/ultrasound).
• Provide advanced nursing care for hospitalized patients.
• Support dentistry procedures and laser treatments.
• Collaborate with doctors to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Engage in client communication and education as part of a team.

Skills

Phlebotomy

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiology

Dentistry

Patient recovery

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Who We Are

Burlington Veterinary Center is Hiring a Veterinary Technician! Looking for a veterinary technician role where your skills in surgery, anesthesia, and diagnostics are truly valued, and your fast-paced, dynamic nature is welcomed? Burlington Veterinary Center is a growing, progressive hospital focused on exceptional medicine, compassionate care, and a collaborative team environment. We provide a personalized experience for every patient and client we serve. If you thrive in a team-based setting where technicians are cross-trained and supported, and you want to grow your career with us, this role is tailored for you.

Position Details

Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgical & Clinical Services

Status: Full-time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience

Schedule: 4 x 10-hour shifts. No weekends.

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 veterinary technician license reimbursement, 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

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• A technician-forward hospital with a strong focus on surgical support and advanced patient care
• Dynamic, multi-role team environment promotes efficiency and professional growth through cross-training
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment for diagnostics, including radiology and ultrasound
• Supportive mentorship and collaboration with doctors who value your expertise
• Comprehensive benefits package and career development opportunities that support work-life balance

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Prepare, monitor, and support patients through surgery and anesthesia
• Conduct in-house laboratory diagnostics including bloodwork, cytology, and sample processing
• Assist with imaging procedures such as radiology and ultrasound
• Provide advanced nursing care for hospitalized patients
• Support dentistry procedures and administer treatments such as laser therapy
• Collaborate with doctors to deliver comprehensive patient care
• Engage in client communication and education as part of a team-oriented practice

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• 1-2 years of veterinary technician experience
• Strong skills in phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, dentistry, and patient recovery
• Excellent communication, multitasking, and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and team-driven approach
• Passion for continued learning and professional growth
• Preferred: Strong experience in surgery, anesthesia, lab procedures, client education, and patient advocacy

Financial Benefits

Benefits You Can't Beat

• 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
• 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 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 or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services, products, and food

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities and continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

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

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Burlington Veterinary Center 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.