Veterinary Technician; CVT

Salem Animal Hospital is Hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician!

Position Details
Role: Certified Veterinary Technician
Status: Full-time
Salary: $26.00–$28.00 per hour, based on experience and licensure
Schedule: Monday–Friday; no weekends; flexible scheduling offered

Benefits Highlights

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; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license and VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Monday–Friday scheduling with no weekends, six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Tired of hearing about work-life balance but never actually getting to experience it? Looking for a fresh work environment with a team that brings positive energy, supports one another, and encourages you to be yourself? Salem Animal Hospital may be exactly what you’ve been looking for.

We’re looking for a full‑time Certified Veterinary Technician to join our awesome team. At Salem Animal Hospital, we believe great veterinary medicine starts with great people. We value collaboration, continued learning, and creating an environment where our Veterinary Technicians can use their skills, grow professionally, and still have time for life outside of work.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends
• Flexible scheduling that supports a healthy work‑life balance
• Supportive, collaborative team that genuinely appreciates one another
• Opportunities to fully utilize and strengthen your technical skills
• A workplace where being yourself is encouraged
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Opportunity to use your veterinary skills to make a difference in your community
• Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us
• A team that knows great medicine and a little fun can coexist

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Triage patients and obtain thorough histories, vitals, and patient assessments
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Provide compassionate, high‑quality nursing care from intake through discharge
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Obtain high‑quality radiographs and assist with diagnostic procedures
• Run in‑house laboratory testing
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including preparation, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals while maintaining accurate records
• Practice fear‑free and low‑stress handling techniques whenever possible
• Educate clients with compassion, clarity, and confidence
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient charts
• Keep treatment and exam areas clean, stocked, and organized
• Anticipate the needs of veterinarians and teammates to support an efficient daily workflow
• Collaborate with the team to provide exceptional patient and client care

What You’ll Bring

• Current Veterinary Technician certification or credentialing
• Strong technical skills, including venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, and patient recovery
• Knowledge of preventive care, medications, and veterinary diagnostics
• Safe and compassionate patient handling and restraint skills
• Commitment to fear‑free and low‑stress handling techniques
• Strong attention to detail and ability to…