Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician
Who We AreOpelika Animal Hospital is Hiring a Licensed or Experienced Veterinary Technician Position DetailsRole: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary TechnicianStatus: Full-timeSalary: Negotiable and based on experience and licensureSchedule: Flexible weekly schedule with rotating weekend shifts Benefits HighlightsFinancial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonusesWellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discountsProfessional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowanceLifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance ProgramOpelika Animal Hospital is looking to add a Licensed or Experienced Veterinary Technician to our amazing team! If you’re a skilled technician who enjoys mentoring others, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career.Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Opelika Animal HospitalAt Opelika Animal Hospital, you’ll be part of a highly experienced and collaborative team with over 110 years of combined veterinary experience. We’re proud of the level of care we provide and are deeply committed to compassionate, high-quality medicine.Our team works closely together, supports one another, and truly values both patient care and professional growth. If you’re looking for a place where your skills are appreciated and your voice matters, you’ll feel right at home here.Team-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growthLeadership that listens and invests in your developmentMentorship, continuing education, and real career pathwaysWhat Our Veterinary Technicians BringLicensed/Certified Veterinary Technician (or experienced Veterinary Technician with strong clinical skills)2+ years of Veterinary Technician experienceLeadership or training experience preferredStrong technical and clinical skillsExcellent communication and teamwork abilitiesAbility to stay organized and multitask in a fast-paced environmentPassion for animal welfare and patient care Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitudeReliability and professionalism in a fast-paced settingA love for teamwork, teaching, and being taughtCommitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experienceWhat You’ll DoAssist veterinarians with surgeries and proceduresMonitor anesthesia and support surgical patientsPerform blood draws, catheter placement, and diagnostic testingTake and process radiographs (X-rays)Provide patient care and treatment supportMaintain accurate medical records (Cornerstone experience preferred)Support teammates and welcome learning (yours and theirs)Embrace the occasional “cat rodeo” with safe, skilled handlingFinancial BenefitsBenefits You Can’t BeatA flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (full-time only)529 Savings PlanTuition Support Program (full-time only)Referral bonus programWellness BenefitsHealth 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 OffFree/discounted lab work for all employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount programWorkplace BenefitsQuarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramState license reimbursementVTNE exam fee reimbursementProfessional development opportunitiesContinuing education allowanceUniform allowanceLifestyle BenefitsSix paid holidays (full-time only)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount programJoin Our Team!If you’re a passionate Veterinary Technician ready to grow into a leadership role and make a real impact, we’d love to meet you. Apply today!Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Opelika Animal 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.