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Licensed Veterinary Technician

Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital

About the Role

Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital is ready to hire a Licensed Veterinary Technician to add to our exceptional team. Working together to establish and uphold the highest standards of patient care, we believe that to care for our patients, we must also care for each other. We strive to cultivate a supportive, fun environment that encourages camaraderie and opportunities to learn and grow. In addition to practicing excellent medicine with exceptional people, Metropolitan  Veterinary Hospital offers consistent scheduling, excellent work-life balance, and awesome benefits that include: Financial security, Wellness & Lifestyle, and of course Workplace benefits.  

 

The ideal technician is a driver of hospital procedures and workflow. We are a busy general practice that relies on teamwork and wants to utilize the skills you have worked so hard to develop. We are only as good as our team. We are looking for candidates comfortable and proficient with routine wellness care, general anesthesia, surgery and dental procedures,  radiography, catheter placement, venipuncture, injectable medications, diagnostic testing, and monitoring/nursing skills. 

 

We work with local specialists including radiologists and surgeons for more advanced procedures. Successful candidates must be detail-oriented, reliable, genuinely care, and be concerned for our patients’ well-being.  Come join our team of experienced technicians and super-assistants where you will have the opportunity to continue to hone your technical skills while helping to build our growing practice.  Previous experience and a valid license with the  Department of Health are preferred, however, new graduates will be considered.  

 

In addition to showing compassion to their coworkers, patients, and community, our Veterinary  Technicians should be ready to maintain a positive, supportive approach at all times,  recognizing that remarkable results are achieved through teamwork and mutual respect.  We practice fear-free and low-stress handling techniques to keep our patients safe and happy.  Top-notch patient care is our priority!  

 

The extras we have to make life a bit sweeter:  

  • No nights, no weekends, and no holidays!  

  • Lunch on us about once a week  

  • A break room stocked with snacks and beverages  

  • A clinic culture dedicated to positivity, support, and mental well-being  

  • Mentoring and support as you grow and advance your career  

 

Like what you hear? Join our team! We look forward to your contributions toward a meaningful mission where you will make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. Apply now!  

 

Financial Benefits

  • A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance  

    • $26 - $30 per hour  

  • 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan  

  • Flexible Spending Account  

  • 529 Savings Plan  

  • Tuition Support Program  

  • Referral bonus program  

Wellness Benefits

  • Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision  

  • Sick Time / Paid Time Off  

  • Supplemental insurance, including accident, disability, critical illness, and life  insurance  

  • Health Savings Account  

  • 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  

  • Professional development opportunities  

  • State license reimbursement  

  • VTNE exam fee reimbursement  

  • Continuing education allowance  

  • Uniform allowance  

  • Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians  company-wide  

Lifestyle Benefits  

  • Six paid holidays  

  • Employee Assistance Program  

  • Parental leave  

  • Employee discount program (Apple, Verizon, Disney, auto insurance, flights, etc.)

 

 

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Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital