Careers

Are you looking for a change? Are you missing predictability in your schedule? Got a craving for a veterinary technician position that lights your fire, not burns you out? If so, the team at Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point wants to talk!

Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point, an established 1 doctor practice, is seeking to add an experienced veterinary technician to its fantastic team.  Our Hikes Point location is one of Elk Creek Animal Hospital's three locations, providing candidates the opportunity to explore our other locations if interested.  We also offer awesome benefits to fit this ever-changing world, including:

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 
• 529 Savings Plan 
• Tuition Support Program 
• Referral bonus program  

Wellness Benefits:   

• Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision 
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and longterm disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance 
• All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child 
• 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 
• Uniform allowance  
• Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide 

Lifestyle Benefits: 

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

 

Some of the job duties involved in this opportunity include:

• Assist veterinarians in providing medical care to patients
• Perform routine procedures such as injections, blood draws, and nail trims
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
• Monitor patients during procedures and treatments
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist during surgical procedures
• Maintain cleanliness and sterility of surgical instruments and equipment
• Provide post-operative care and monitor recovery of patients
• Educate pet owners on proper animal care and medication administration
• Maintain accurate medical records for all patients

Our ideal candidate has experience in the following areas:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Technician or equivalent education/training
• Proficient in animal handling, and animal restraint techniques
• Experience with animal catheterization and administering medications
• Familiarity with veterinary software systems for record-keeping

 

Think you’re the veterinary technician we’ve been looking for?  Apply today so we can meet you!

At Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Hikes Point, we are known for serving our patients and clients with compassion, empathy and integrity. We are always looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to help us continue providing the best care and service to our patients and clients.

If you believe your values match those of our practice and you would like to be part of an outstanding team, we would like to hear from you. Please contact Amanda Crowe, Hospital Manager.