Benefits:
Competitive salary
Employee discounts
Paid time off
Training & development
Job Summary
Hog Mountain Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician or Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team. We are a small animal hospital that values dependable, compassionate, detail-oriented team members who can provide excellent patient care while communicating clearly with clients and coworkers. Previous veterinary technician experience is required. Credentialed or certified technicians are strongly preferred.
What we are looking for:
We are looking for someone who:
Has previous veterinary technician experience
Is dependable, punctual, and accountable
Has strong attention to detail
Communicates well with clients and team members
Remains calm and organized in a busy environment
Can prioritize patient needs and changing responsibilities
Uses good judgment and can work independently within their role
Is comfortable working with dogs, cats, and exotic pets
Enjoys being part of a team and helping wherever needed
Technical Experience Candidates should be comfortable with general veterinary technician responsibilities.
Experience in the following areas is preferred:
Patient restraint and handling
Venipuncture and blood collection
IV catheter placement
Radiographs
Laboratory procedures
Medication preparation
Hospitalized patient care
Medical-record documentation
Surgery and anesthesia monitoring
Dental procedures and dental radiographs
Emergency and urgent-care patients
We understand that technicians may be stronger in some areas than others. We are looking for solid veterinary experience, good judgment, attention to detail, and a willingness to continue learning.
Client Communication
Strong communication skills are important for this position. Technicians regularly communicate directly with pet owners about:
Discharge instructions
Medications and home care
Treatment plans and estimates
Follow-up recommendations
Preventive care
Post-procedure and sick-patient follow-up
The ability to explain information clearly, professionally, and compassionately is essential.
Responsibilities
In addition to direct patient care, technicians help:
Prepare and assist with procedures
Monitor hospitalized and recovering patients
Maintain accurate medical records
Prepare treatment estimates
Verify charges before checkout
Support pharmacy and laboratory workflow
Maintain treatment, surgery, dental, and laboratory areas
Monitor supplies and report inventory needs
Follow cleaning and infection-control procedures
Help maintain efficient patient flow throughout the day
Schedule
This position may be full-time or part-time. Full-Time Schedule
Four full weekdays per week with one weekday off
Weekday shifts are generally 7:30 AM–5:30 PM or 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
One-hour lunch
Every other weekend
Part-time schedules are based on hospital needs and agreed availability.
Benefits
Employee pet-care discounts
Paid time off after successful completion of the 3-month evaluation period (Full time)
Paid holidays (full time)
Annual uniform allowance after the evaluation period
In-house training and opportunities for professional development
Physical Requirements
Candidates must be able to:
Stand and move throughout the hospital for extended periods
Bend, kneel, crouch, and reach as needed
Safely restrain and position veterinary patients
Lift or carry up to 50 pounds
About Hog Mountain Animal Hospital
Our mission is to empower pet owners so that every visit is designed to be as comforting as it is effective, ensuring that every pet and their owner feels understood and valued.
If you are an experienced veterinary technician who takes pride in patient care, communicates well with clients, pays attention to details, and wants to be part of a small team where your contribution matters, we would like to hear from you.