Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary Technician
Status: Full-time (32–40 hours per week)
Salary: $20.00-$22.00 per hour
Schedule: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, Monday-Thursday

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, referral bonuses, and Brightside Financial support

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Opportunities to expand your technical skills, provide exceptional patient care, and contribute to a collaborative veterinary team

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for a Veterinary Technician Role Where Your Skills Are Valued?

Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our fun-loving, friendly team. If you're an energetic, self-motivated team player with a positive attitude and a passion for patient care, we'd love to meet you.

At Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital, we believe that great veterinary medicine starts with great people. We foster a supportive environment where team members are encouraged to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their families.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities to use and expand your technical skills daily
• Meaningful relationships with clients, patients, and coworkers
• Leadership that values teamwork, communication, and growth
• A practice committed to high-quality medicine and compassionate care
• A positive workplace culture where everyone contributes to success

What You'll Do

• Safely and effectively restrain patients during examinations and procedures
• Place IV catheters and administer fluids and medications, including IV, SQ, and IM injections
• Perform blood draws and collect diagnostic samples
• Obtain high-quality digital radiographs
• Assist veterinarians during appointments and procedures
• Obtain patient histories and support patient assessments
• Prepare and dispense medications as directed
• Provide client education in a clear, compassionate, and knowledgeable manner
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation
• Deliver exceptional patient care while supporting hospital efficiency

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• A team that genuinely enjoys working together
• Opportunities for continued learning and professional growth
• A workplace culture built on respect, communication, and collaboration
• Leadership that appreciates your contributions and supports your success
• The chance to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families every day

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Dependent Care Account (DCA) options
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program
• Brightside Financial support

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education support
• Opportunities to grow your technical knowledge and skills

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Think you're the Veterinary Technician we've been dreaming of? Awesome! Come join our team and see the difference we can make in the lives of our people and our patients.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.