Veterinary Technician

Pittsfield Veterinary Hospital; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Quarterly team bonuses

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Pittsfield Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced or licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team. This full-time position requires skills in patient handling and communication, along with knowledge in preventative care and anesthesia monitoring. We offer a competitive salary ranging from $20 to $27/hour based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. Join us in providing exceptional care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in monitoring anesthesia.
• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines.
• Professional and compassionate communication with clients.

Responsibilities

• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint.
• Obtaining diagnostics including radiographs.
• Succinct documentation of patient records.

Skills

Critical thinking

Reliability and professionalism

Teamwork

Compassionate communication

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Who we are:

Pittsfield Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

• Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Unlicensed Veterinary Technician, $20 – $22/hour. LVT, $25 - $27/hour
• Schedule: Regular dayshifts. One night, and weekend days on a rotation

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 discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition:Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate:Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Pittsfield Veterinary Hospital is on the hunt for an experienced or licensed veterinary technician. Our goal is to establish and maintain the highest standards of patient care while fostering a supportive and enjoyable work environment that encourages camaraderie and personal growth. If you’re looking to challenge yourself and others to be the best you can be, you may be a great fit for our Veterinary Technician position.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Flexibility with scheduling to ensure a healthy work-life balance
• Opportunity to use your veterinary skills to better your community
• A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness!
• Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us
• 3 o’clock snack time!
• Lunch breaks on the reg
• 4-day work weeks
• Rotating Saturday shifts
• No on-call shifts or holiday hours

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude
• Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced setting
• A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taught
• Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience

What You’ll Contribute

• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines
• Experience in monitoring anesthesia
• Emergency and surgical care - including IV catheter placement
• 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

Benefits You Can’t Beat

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/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!

Think you're the veterinary technician we're looking for? Apply today!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Pittsfield Veterinary Hospitaland 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.