Veterinary Technician

Who we are:

Hopmeadow Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant!

Position DetailsRole: Veterinary Technician or Veterinary AssistantStatus: Full-timeSalary: Negotiable and based on experience and credentialsSchedule: Four-day work week with 10-hour shifts

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 & VTNE fee reimbursement (where applicable), and uniform allowance

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

Do you speak fluent dog, tolerate cat-level sass, and know that snacks fix (almost) everything? If so... we might just be your people.

Hopmeadow Animal Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our fun, fast-paced, and genuinely supportive team. We take pride in providing exceptional medical care while creating a positive workplace where teamwork, kindness, and laughter are part of every day.

Whether you're an experienced technician or veterinary assistant, you'll find opportunities to grow your skills while working alongside teammates who truly enjoy supporting one another.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Supportive doctors and leadership team
• Collaborative, drama-free environment where everyone works together
• Mentorship and professional growth opportunities
• Average employee tenure of 15 years because people genuinely enjoy working here
• Leaders who value your ideas and appreciate your contributions
• Positive culture built on teamwork, humor, and mutual respect
• Four-day work week that supports a healthy work-life balance

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians during appointments, treatments, surgeries, and procedures
• Provide compassionate nursing care and patient support
• Educate clients about medications, treatments, and preventive care
• Collect laboratory samples and assist with diagnostics as appropriate
• Help monitor patients during procedures and recovery
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation
• Collaborate with teammates to provide exceptional patient care
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

What You'll Bring

• Previous veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience
• Compassion, reliability, and a willingness to learn
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Positive attitude and collaborative, team-first mindset
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• A sense of humor and appreciation for supportive teamwork
• Passion for providing exceptional veterinary care

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• Mentorship and support from experienced teammates
• Continuing education encouraged and supported
• Long-term team stability and an exceptional workplace culture
• A genuinely supportive environment where everyone helps one another succeed
• Leadership that values employee feedback and professional growth
• A workplace where teamwork, laughter, and compassion are part of every day

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset 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
• Professional development opportunities
• State license reimbursement (where applicable)
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement (where applicable)
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

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

Join Our Team!

If you're looking for a veterinary team where you'll feel supported, appreciated, and encouraged to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Join a hospital that's committed to exceptional patient care while supporting one another every step of the way.

Apply today and discover why Hopmeadow Animal Hospital is such a rewarding place to build your veterinary career.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Hopmeadow Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their highest potential.