Veterinary Technician

Montrose Pet Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

• Role: Experienced Veterinary 
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: $18.50–$24 per hour
• Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM

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 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

At Montrose Pet Hospital, we’re proud of the medicine we practice — and we’re just as proud of the team that makes it happen. We’re a small-animal hospital with six doctors in Montrose, California, offering a wide variety of services, including dentistry, surgery, urgent care, and wellness visits.

We’re looking for a veterinary assistant who wants to use their skills daily, continue learning, and be part of a clinic culture that supports one another (and keeps things positive, even on the busy days).

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Leaders who listen, value your ideas, and appreciate your contributions
• Supportive environment where questions are welcomed, and growth is expected
• No nights / no holidays
• A supportive team that genuinely helps each other (no egos, no drama)
• Real lunch breaks (yes, actually)
• Predictable scheduling and respect for your time

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Obtain high-quality radiographs and maintain imaging standards
• Run in-house laboratory testing (CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, fecals, etc.)
• Support surgical and dental procedures (prep, monitoring, recovery, instrumentcare)
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals during procedures; maintain accurate records
• Practice fear-free and low-stress handling techniques to keep our patients safe and happy.
• Educate clients with compassion, clarity, and confidence
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient charts
• Collaborate with the team to keep the hospital running smoothly

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Commitment to continued learning, growth, and professional development
• Time management and organizational skills to keep the day running smoothly
• A positive attitude, reliability, and a genuine passion for veterinary medicine
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, induction, and recovery
• Experience assisting in surgery and performing patient nursing care
• Ability to accurately triage patients and obtain thorough medical histories
• Proficiency in radiology, diagnostics, and basic imaging techniques
• Strong understanding of pharmacology and medication administration

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• 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)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• 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, this benefit does not apply.
• 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

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Ready to join a team that truly values you? Apply today — we can’t wait to meet you!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Montrose Pet 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.