St. Charles Veterinary Clinic is Hiring a Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant
Status: Full-time
Salary: Competitive pay based on experience and skill level
Schedule: Daytime department only; Saturdays required

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 professional development opportunities

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Employee Assistance Program and a supportive team culture focused on work-life balance

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

We are a 24-hour AAHA-accredited facility with both a primary daytime department and an after-hours emergency department. We are currently seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our daytime team only.

Our ideal candidate is dependable, motivated, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced hospital environment. If you thrive on teamwork, enjoy staying busy, and are passionate about providing excellent patient care, we’d love to meet you.

Why Our Team Loves Working Here

• AAHA-accredited hospital with a strong commitment to quality medicine
• Daytime department only — no overnight scheduling required
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities to continue learning and growing professionally
• Fast-paced caseload that keeps every day engaging
• Collaborative culture where teamwork and communication matter
• Opportunity to practice high-quality medicine alongside experienced veterinary professionals

What You’ll Do

• Place IV catheters and perform venipuncture
• Run in-house and outside laboratory diagnostics
• Administer SQ, IM, and IV medications and fluid therapy as directed
• Perform radiology procedures and patient imaging support
• Assist doctors during outpatient appointments and treatments
• Safely handle and restrain patients while following hospital protocols
• Assist with surgical procedures, patient prep, and anesthesia monitoring
• Support patient care and maintain accurate medical records
• Provide client education and professional communication
• Assist with hospital cleanliness and facility support tasks as needed
• Collaborate with the veterinary team to maintain efficient workflow and exceptional patient care

What Our Veterinary Professionals Bring

• Minimum of 1 year of veterinary experience required
• Experience with venipuncture, wellness care, and surgical support
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently while supporting the team
• Flexibility with scheduling and hospital needs
• Compassionate approach to patient care and client communication
• Reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Commitment to teamwork and continued learning

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• Mentorship and support from experienced veterinary professionals
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Employee benefits that support both personal and professional well-being
• A workplace culture built around teamwork, respect, and collaboration
• A fast-paced environment where your skills are valued and utilized
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pets and the people who love them

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects 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
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Supportive scheduling and collaborative team culture

Join Our Team!

If you’re looking for a hospital where your veterinary skills will be appreciated, your growth supported, and your contributions valued every day, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join our dedicated veterinary team!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at St. Charles Veterinary Clinic 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.