Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Kindnesshospital; Wheaton (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Tuition Support Program

Continuing education allowance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program

Job summary

Kindness Animal Hospital in Wheaton, Maryland is hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician for a full-time role. This position includes a competitive salary of $25.00 - $28.00 per hour and a $2000 signing bonus. Enjoy benefits like 401(k) matching, comprehensive medical coverage, generous PTO, and continuing education reimbursement.

As a Veterinary Technician, you will safely handle patients, monitor anesthesia, and perform diagnostics while maintaining passionate communication with clients and staff. Join a diverse and inclusive team that values your authentic self.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Veterinary Technician.
• Experience in anesthetic monitoring is preferred.
• Strong communication skills with clients and staff.
• Ability to document patient records accurately.

Responsibilities

• Handle and restrain patients safely and effectively.
• Monitor anesthesia during procedures.
• Perform diagnostics like radiographs and sample collections.
• Document patient records and client interactions.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient handling

Veterinary vaccines knowledge

Client communication

Job description

Kindness Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

$2000 signing bonus

• 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

Responsibilities

• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines
• Experience in monitoring anesthesia
• Obtaining diagnostics — including radiographs, phlebotomy, sample collection, and performing in-house lab work
• Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff
• Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions

Benefits

• 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

EEO Statement

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.