Veterinary Technician

Warmandfuzzyvet; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Employer-subsidized health insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Birthday day off

Uniform allowance

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Professional development assistance

AFLAC supplemental insurance

Job summary

Warmandfuzzyvet is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join a growing, privately owned practice in Baltimore-area. The role supports work-life balance with a 36-hour week and no weekends, in a 7-doctor, small animal and exotic hospital.

You will perform in-house lab testing, imaging, IV catheter placement, med administration, and client education, while keeping a clean, collaborative hospital environment. Exotic experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience required.
• Experience in a small animal veterinary practice preferred.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience with blood collection, IV catheter placement, diagnostic imaging, and medication administration.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Comfortable using computers and electronic medical records in a paperless practice.
• Positive attitude, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and a true team player.
• Enthusiasm for working with animals and building relationships with their families.

Responsibilities

• Loading appointments and obtaining thorough patient histories.
• Restraining animals for examinations and procedures.
• Collecting diagnostic samples and conducting in-house lab work.
• Positioning patients and obtaining radiographs (X-rays).
• Administering medications and treatments as directed.
• Assisting veterinarians with procedures and patient care.
• Processing prescriptions and preparing medications for dispensing.
• Providing client education and at-home care instructions.
• Discharging patients and reviewing medication instructions with clients.
• Maintaining a clean, organized hospital environment.
• Communicating effectively with doctors, technicians, and clients.
• Following hospital policies, protocols, and standards of care.

Skills

2+ years experience

Small animal experience

Animal handling

Lifting 50 lb

Blood collection

IV catheter placement

Diagnostic imaging

Medication administration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

EMR proficiency

Attention to detail

Team player

Animal care enthusiasm

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Enjoy a rewarding veterinary career with a schedule that supports work-life balance! No weekends, a 36-hour workweek, and a team that values you!

We are a rapidly growing, privately owned, 7-doctor small animal and exotic veterinary practice located in the Greenleigh development. We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our growing team!

Our practice is committed to providing the highest quality veterinary medicine, exceptional client service, and an outstanding experience for both pets and their people. We've combined high standards of veterinary care with a refined, welcoming office environment to provide Baltimore-area pets and their families with an unparalleled veterinary experience.

We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, collaborative workplace where teamwork, communication, professional growth, and work-life balance are priorities. We believe in taking care of our team just as well as we take care of our patients!

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Loading appointments and obtaining thorough patient histories
• Safely and confidently restraining animals for examinations and procedures
• Collecting diagnostic samples, including blood work and other laboratory samples
• Performing in-house laboratory testing and operating diagnostic equipment
• Positioning patients and obtaining diagnostic radiographs (X-rays)
• Placing and maintaining intravenous (IV) catheters
• Administering medications and treatments as directed
• Assisting veterinarians with medical procedures and patient care
• Processing prescriptions and preparing medications for dispensing
• Providing client education and answering questions regarding patient care
• Discharging patients and reviewing medication instructions and at-home care recommendations with clients
• Providing attentive care to hospitalized patients
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary hospital environment
• Communicating effectively with doctors, technicians, assistants, and clients
• Following hospital policies, protocols, and standards of care

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience required
• Previous experience in a small animal veterinary practice
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Experience with blood collection, IV catheter placement, diagnostic imaging, and medication administration
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Comfortable using computers and electronic medical records (we are a paperless practice!)
• Positive attitude, attention to detail, and willingness to learn
• Self-motivated, dependable, and a true team player
• Enthusiasm for working with animals and building relationships with their families

Exotic animal experience is a plus, but not required! We see a variety of exotic patients, including birds, reptiles, and ferrets. We are happy to teach team members who are interested in expanding their knowledge and skills in exotic animal medicine. Applicants should be comfortable working around these species.

Compensation & Benefits

We believe in recognizing and rewarding great team members. Our benefits include:

• Competitive hourly pay of $22-26, based on experience and skill set
• Employer-subsidized health insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• A paid day off for your birthday!
• Uniform allowance
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee discounts
• Professional development assistance
• AFLAC supplemental insurance options
• Additional benefits and perks!

What Makes Our Practice Different?

We are more than just a veterinary hospital. We are a close-knit team that values collaboration, mutual respect, excellent medicine, and a positive workplace culture.

As a growing, privately owned practice, we offer the opportunity to contribute ideas, expand your skills, and grow alongside an experienced and supportive team. We understand that life outside of work matters, too, which is why we prioritize reasonable scheduling and a healthy work-life balance.

We are looking for someone who brings a positive attitude, takes pride in their work, enjoys being part of a team, and genuinely loves caring for animals and the people who love them.