Veterinary Technician

Bethany Centennial Animal Hospital; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Roth Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account

529 Savings Plan

Tuition Support Program

Referral bonus program

Health insurance

Job summary

Bethany Centennial Animal Hospital is hiring a part-time Veterinary Technician. The role requires veterinary technician experience, with preference for LVT or CVT credentials. You will assist with examinations, treatments, surgeries, anesthesia, and patient care in a supportive, team-focused environment.

You’ll have opportunities for professional development, a flexible schedule, and comprehensive benefits for eligible staff, including retirement plans and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Has veterinary technician experience and is prepared for a part-time schedule.
• LVT or CVT credentials preferred; license/certification supported.
• Experience with surgical assistance and medical procedures is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Provide skilled surgical assistance and patient support.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for procedures.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Surgical assistance

Pharmacy duties

Laboratory procedures

Radiology & diagnostic imaging

Patient care

Education

LVT or CVT credentials preferred

Tools

Radiology equipment

Laboratory equipment

Anesthesia machines

Job description

Who we are:

Bethany Centennial Animal Hospital is Hiring a Part-Time Veterinary Technician!

Position DetailsRole: Veterinary TechnicianStatus: Part-timeCompensation: A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performanceSchedule: Flexible Tuesday through Friday, possible 1-3 days per weekExperience: Veterinary technician experience required; priority will be given to Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) candidates

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Flexible compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Account, 529 Savings Plan, Tuition Support Program, and referral bonus program

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; supplemental insurance options; Sick Time / Paid Time Off; paid parental leave for eligible full-time employees; and employee pet-care benefits

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and employee discount program

Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and scheduled hours. Full-time-only benefits are identified below.

Looking for a veterinary technician role where great medicine, active learning, and a genuinely supportive team come together?

Bethany Centennial Animal Hospital is a well-established, high-quality general practice looking for a part-time Veterinary Technician to join our friendly team. Our hospital offers an enjoyable working environment with strong leadership, excellent support staff, and a shared commitment to providing outstanding care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients.

We’re dedicated to active learning and advanced medical procedures, and our Veterinary Technicians are an integral part of everything we do. If you’re an experienced technician who brings strong clinical skills, compassion, and a team-first attitude to work each day, we’d love to meet you.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Join a well-established, high-quality general practice
• Work alongside supportive leadership and an experienced veterinary team
• Enjoy a friendly, fun-loving, yet professional hospital atmosphere
• Benefit from a set schedule with every-other-Saturday availability
• Use your technical skills across surgery, diagnostics, anesthesia, pharmacy, and patient care
• Work in an environment dedicated to active learning and advanced medical procedures
• Take advantage of continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Play an integral role in both exceptional patient care and client service
• Build your veterinary career with a team that values compassion, collaboration, and continued growth

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and medical procedures
• Provide skilled surgical assistance and patient support
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for procedures
• Monitor patients before, during, and after treatments and procedures
• Monitor and maintain anesthetized patients with close attention to patient safety
• Perform laboratory procedures and assist with diagnostic testing
• Assist with radiology and diagnostic imaging
• Perform pharmacy duties and support accurate medication preparation and dispensing
• Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized and outpatient patients
• Safely and compassionately handle and restrain patients
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely medical records
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients
• Provide excellent customer service throughout the client experience
• Collaborate with veterinarians and fellow support team members to maintain an efficient workflow
• Help maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked patient-care areas
• Contribute to a positive, supportive, and professional hospital culture

What You’ll Bring

• Previous veterinary technician experience
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credentials preferred
• Experience with surgical assistance
• Experience with pharmacy duties
• Experience performing laboratory procedures
• Experience with radiology and diagnostic imaging
• Experience monitoring patients and maintaining anesthetized patients
• Experience maintaining accurate medical records
• Strong patient-care and technical skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A caring and compassionate approach to patients and their families
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• A dependable, collaborative, and team-oriented attitude
• A desire to continue learning and developing professionally
• Ability to work every other Saturday as part of the set schedule

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• A set schedule that provides consistency from week to week
• A supportive leadership team that values your contribution
• Excellent support staff and a collaborative hospital environment
• Hands-on opportunities to strengthen your surgical, anesthesia, diagnostic, and patient-care skills
• An environment that encourages active learning and continued professional growth
• Opportunities to build your skills through training and continuing education
• A hospital where Veterinary Technicians are an important part of the medical team
• A fun-loving atmosphere that still takes exceptional medicine and patient care seriously

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and scheduled hours. Full-time-only benefits are identified below.

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

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). 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 and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician 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!

At Bethany Centennial Animal Hospital, you’ll have the opportunity to put your technical skills to work while continuing to learn and grow alongside a supportive veterinary team. From surgery and anesthesia to diagnostics, patient care, and client service, your contributions will play an important role in helping us provide excellent veterinary care every day.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a hospital with a fun-loving yet professional atmosphere. If you’re an experienced Veterinary Technician looking for a friendly team, a consistent schedule, and a place where your skills are valued, we look forward to hearing from you!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Bethany Centennial Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We’re committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, experiences a true sense of belonging, and is empowered to reach their full potential.