Veterinary Technician, Per Diem

Ethos Veterinary Health; Williston (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

PEAK Veterinary Referral Center in Williston, VT is actively hiring a Per Diem Veterinary Technician to join our multi-specialty team. This flexible role lets you build clinical skills while collaborating with experienced doctors and technicians in a busy hospital setting.

We value teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Per Diem schedule requires a minimum of 2 shifts per month and offers hourly compensation ranging from $20 to $34.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a veterinary hospital setting required.
• Recent graduates with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology will be considered; CVT/LVT/VTS desired but not required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills suitable for clients and team.

Responsibilities

• Triaging incoming patients and managing clients throughout their visit.
• Partner with DVMs in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Obtaining and processing laboratory samples such as blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates.
• Utilize different modalities of imaging for patient assessment.
• Executing, monitoring, and recovering all assigned sedation and anesthetic events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Veterinary Technology

Tools

Paperless information system

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Per Diem | $20–$34/hr

Location: Williston, VT

Schedule: Per Diem | Minimum 2 Shifts Per Month

Compensation: $20–$34/hour

PEAK Veterinary Referral Center in Williston, VT is hiring an experienced Per Diem Veterinary Technician to join our multi-specialty team. This flexible opportunity allows you to continue building your clinical skills while working alongside experienced doctors, specialists, and Veterinary Technicians in a collaborative hospital environment.

If you’re a Veterinary Technician looking to expand your experience in urgent care, specialty care, and advanced patient care while maintaining schedule flexibility, we’d love to meet you.

Compensation

• $20 - $34 based on experience & skillset

Responsibilities

• Triaging incoming patients and managing clients throughout their visit
• Partner with DVM’s in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Obtaining and processing laboratory samples such as blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates.
• Utilize different modalities of imaging for patient assessment.
• Executing, monitoring, and recovering all assigned sedation and anesthetic events.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1+ year of experience working in a veterinary hospital setting required. Recent graduates with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology will be considered; CVT, LVT, or VTS desired but not required.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills that enable them to develop and foster long term positive working relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community.
• Work well independently and in a team environment where colleagues lead by example and hold themselves accountable for quality medicine and customer service.
• Strong computer skills to work with a paperless information system.
• Flexible, cooperative, dependable, responsible, and good time-management skills to work in a fast-pace environment that can be highly stressful at times.

About PEAK Veterinary Referral Center

PEAK is a 14,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art multi-specialty veterinary hospital providing care to pets throughout the region.

Our Specialty Services Include

• Internal Medicine
• Surgery
• Oncology
• Radiology
• Behavior

We proudly serve pet owners and referring veterinarians throughout Vermont, northern New York, and New Hampshire. In 2021, we expanded our services with a seven-day-a-week Urgent Care department to support the non-critical medical needs of pets in the greater Burlington, Vermont area and beyond.

What You Can Expect At PEAK

• An inclusive, welcoming, and supportive team culture
• Career development through mentorship and advanced training opportunities
• Exposure to high-quality medicine and diverse caseloads
• A collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions matter
• Access to Ethos Veterinary Health's industry-leading education and development programs

Surrounding Areas

This position is based in Williston, VT and is easily accessible from:

• Burlington, VT & South Burlington, VT
• Essex Junction, VT & Essex, VT
• Colchester, VT & Shelburne, VT
• Milton, VT & St. Albans, VT
• Richmond, VT & Waterbury, VT
• Montpelier, VT & Plattsburgh, NY

Considering Relocating?

Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.