Veterinary Technician

Sierrapetclinic; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Flexible Spending Account

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sierrapetclinic in Truckee, California, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician for a full-time role. The position offers a competitive salary of $20–$23 per hour, Monday through Friday, with a focus on work-life balance.

Benefits include 401(k) matching, comprehensive health coverage, tuition support, and paid holidays. Our clinic supports your professional growth and values diversity and inclusion within our team.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage time and multitask in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to patient care.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint.
• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines.
• Obtaining diagnostics including phlebotomy and lab work.
• Professional communication with clients and staff.
• Documentation of patient records and client interactions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Commitment to patient care

Job description

• Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: $20–$23 per hour
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 4 x 10-hour shifts

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

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here

• Scheduling to support a proper work-life balance
• No night or weekend shifts
• A positive clinic culture with no drama
• Mentorship and support to grow your career and thrive as an individual
• A beautiful, renovated clinic placed along the Truckee River
• Proximity to Lake Tahoe, and the natural splendor of the Tahoe National Forest

What You’ll Do

• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines
• 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 Assistants Bring

• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage time and multitask in a dynamic environment
• Commitment to patient care

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 (full-time only)
• 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
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

So, if you’re looking for a clinic that lights your fire, not burns you out, and you’re ready to be a part of an exceptional group of people, apply today!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Sierra Pet 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.

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays