Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Kindness Animal Hospital; Wheaton (MD); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2000 signing bonus

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kindness Animal Hospital in Wheaton, Maryland is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician. This full-time position offers a $2000 signing bonus and a salary of $25.00 - $28.00/hour.

Responsibilities include patient care, effective communication, and support for veterinary procedures. Employees enjoy rich benefits including medical coverage, retirement plans, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively.
• Competence in monitoring anesthesia and performing lab work.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care and support to patients.
• Communicate professionally with clients and staff.
• Document patient records and client interactions succinctly.

Skills

Compassion

Attention to detail

Dedication to team and clients

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician certification

Job description

Who we are:

Kindness Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

$2000 signing bonus

Position Details

• Role: Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: $25.00 - $28.00/hour
• Schedule: Monday through Friday. No nights or weekend 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

Kindness Animal Hospital is ready to hire a compassionate Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team at a practice that values excellence in veterinary medicine. We offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where your skills are valued and growth is encouraged. Every day here is a little different, but what stays the same is our shared goal: to treat every patient like family and every teammate with kindness and respect.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love it Here

• Consistent scheduling with no nights or weekend hours
• Team-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growth
• Leadership that listens and invests in your development
• Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Compassion
• Attention to detail
• Dedication to your team, clients, and patients

How You Will Contribute

• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines
• Experience in monitoring anesthesia
• Perioperative 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!

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Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Kindness Animal Hospital 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.