Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Animal Care Veterinary Hospital - Clearfield; Clearfield (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Animal Care Clearfield is seeking a Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join a dedicated team in Clearfield, UT. The role offers a four-day workweek with no nights, weekends, or holidays and a salary negotiable based on experience.

We provide comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and generous paid time off plus employee pet discounts. Join us to grow professionally in a supportive, team-focused hospital culture.

Qualifications

• Experience as Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant is required or preferred.
• Strong animal-handling and patient-care skills.
• Excellent communication and client-education abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients.
• Safely restrain patients while prioritizing comfort and well-being.
• Obtain histories, vital signs, and medical information.
• Prepare and administer medications and vaccines as directed.
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement as skill permits.
• Collect lab samples and assist with in-house testing.
• Maintain medical records and client communication.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient care

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Veterinary Technician license/credential welcomed

Job description

Who we are:

Animal Care Clearfield is Hiring a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Position DetailsRole: Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary AssistantStatus: Full-timeSalary: Negotiable and based on experienceSchedule: Four-day workweek with no nights, weekends, or holidays

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, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Four-day workweeks, no nights, weekends, or holidays; six paid holidays; an Employee Assistance Program; and an employee discount program

Are you ready for a veterinary schedule that doesn’t read like a BINGO card?

Sick of working nights, weekends, and holidays? Sometimes forget what your family looks like after a long week of working late? Ever wonder what it would be like not to work eight days a week? If so, Animal Care Clearfield wants to talk!

We’re looking for a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. We value a healthy work-life balance and want to see our team members succeed both inside the clinic and outside of it.

At Animal Care Clearfield, we work together to establish and uphold high standards of patient care, recognizing that caring for our patients starts with caring for one another. We've built a supportive, fun environment that encourages camaraderie, learning, professional growth, and maybe the occasional puppy kiss or kitty headbutt.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians & Assistants Love It Here

• Four-day workweeks
• No nights, weekends, or holidays
• Consistent scheduling that supports a healthy work-life balance
• Actual lunch breaks
• A supportive, team-oriented hospital culture
• Opportunities to use and strengthen your technical skills
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Continuing education support
• Leadership that values teamwork, communication, and excellent patient care
• A workplace where your personality and contributions are appreciated

What Our Veterinary Technicians & Assistants Do

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to patients
• Safely handle and restrain patients while prioritizing their comfort and well-being
• Obtain patient histories, vital signs, and relevant medical information
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection based on experience and skill level
• Collect and process laboratory samples and assist with in-house diagnostic testing
• Obtain diagnostic radiographs and maintain imaging standards
• Support surgical procedures, including patient preparation, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Monitor patient vital signs and communicate changes promptly to the veterinarian
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient charts
• Educate clients with compassion and clarity regarding medications, treatments, preventive care, and discharge instructions
• Keep treatment and exam areas clean, stocked, organized, and ready for patient care
• Anticipate the needs of veterinarians and teammates to promote efficiency and exceptional patient care

What You’ll Bring

• Previous Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant experience
• Veterinary Technician licensure or credentialing is welcomed but not required
• Strong animal-handling and patient-care skills
• Confidence assisting with examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, laboratory procedures, and diagnostic imaging appropriate to your skill level
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery
• Strong communication and client-education skills
• Compassion and empathy for patients, clients, coworkers, and yourself
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a busy environment
• Reliability, organization, and good time-management skills
• A positive, supportive, team-first mindset
• A willingness to share your knowledge, skills, and experience with others—Spidey powers are also welcome
• The ability to tolerate frequent puppy kisses and kitty headbutts
• A commitment to continued learning and professional growth
• A genuine passion for veterinary medicine and exceptional patient care

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

At Animal Care Clearfield, we believe remarkable results happen when people work together with kindness, respect, and a shared commitment to great medicine. You'll join a team that supports one another, shares knowledge, celebrates individual strengths, and understands that caring for the caregiver matters too.

And the work-life balance is real. Four-day workweeks, consistent scheduling, actual lunch breaks, and no nights, weekends, or holidays mean you'll have time to enjoy your career without giving up your life outside of work.

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 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
• Professional development opportunities
• 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 at Animal Care Clearfield 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.