Veterinary Technician

Dogwood Pet Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Role: Veterinary Technician
Status: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
Schedule: 4 days a week 7:15 am–6:00 pm, 1 hour lunch; rotating Saturday shift 8:00 am–noon.

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; generous PTO; paid parental leave; 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.

Are you feeling underutilized or undervalued? If you’re ready to be recognized for your skills and empowered to use the talents you worked so hard to master, Dogwood Pet Hospital wants you on our team.

At our busy four‑doctor practice, no two days are ever the same. We care for both small animals and exotic pets while providing advanced patient care that includes routine surgeries, orthopedic procedures, laser therapy, and ultrasound services.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment and enjoy treating puppies, kittens, reptiles, pocket pets, and everything in between, you’ll fit right in with our fun, supportive, and professional team.

• Diverse caseload with both small animals and exotics
• Opportunities to use and expand a wide variety of technical skills
• Advanced medical and surgical procedures performed in‑house
• Supportive, collaborative “better together” team culture
• No nights, on‑call shifts, or holiday hours
• A workplace where growth, learning, and teamwork are encouraged
• Flexibility with scheduling to support work‑life balance
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community

• Collaborate with the veterinary team to maintain efficient workflow and excellent patient care
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgeries, and procedures
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Support anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery as directed
• Educate clients with compassion, confidence, and clarity
• Maintain accurate patient charts and medical records
• Assist with laboratory procedures and diagnostics
• Promote a positive hospital culture through teamwork and communication

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience required
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred
• Strong technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory procedures
• Professional and compassionate communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced clinical environment
• Positive attitude and collaborative, team‑first mindset
• Confidence in taking ownership of responsibilities and supporting teammates
• Passion for high‑quality patient care and continued learning

• Employee benefits that strengthen both body and mind
• Mentorship and support as you continue growing your veterinary career
• A clinic culture where appreciation is genuine and teamwork matters
• Opportunities to expand your knowledge and technical abilities
• A positive environment built on collaboration, support, and mutual respect
• A workplace where your contributions are valued every day

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your 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)
• 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,…