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Licensed Veterinary Technician

Saltypawsvet, Virginia, MN, United States


Position Overview
Salty Paws Veterinary Hospital is hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our hospital. Practice high‑quality Fear Free medicine in a beautiful state‑of‑the‑art facility. We are looking for candidates who excel in client communication, are self‑motivated, competent, hard‑working, and team‑focused.

Role:

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Status:

Full‑time

Salary:

Negotiable and based on experience & licensure

Schedule:

Four‑day workweeks. Weekends off.

Requirements:

Valid Virginia State Veterinary Technician License required.

Responsibilities

Obtaining and interpreting patient vital signs

Perform laboratory tests (CBC, chemistry, urinalysis, fecal flotation, ear cytology, etc.)

Induce and monitor anesthesia

Surgical assisting and monitoring

Care for hospitalized patients

Administer medications (oral, injectable, transdermal, etc.)

Obtaining radiographs

Qualifications & Skills

Integrity, honesty, and personal responsibility

Time management and the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment

Leadership skills to train and develop veterinary assistants and kennel assistants

Benefits Highlights

Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts

Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance

Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible compensation reflecting 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)

Supplemental insurance (accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long‑term disability, legal plan, and life insurance – full‑time only)

Up to three weeks of full pay for birth or adoption of a child (full‑time employees only; available after one year of service)

Sick Time / Paid Time Off

Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets

Pet discounts on services and products

Employee discount program

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

Scheduling that facilitates a proper work‑life balance and allows flexibility when life happens

Coworkers committed to your success

A healthy work environment where you are encouraged to be your awesome self

Join Our Team!
We cannot wait to tell you more. Apply today!

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