Veterinary Assistant - Stratford Hills Veterinary Center

Are you an experienced assistant or LVT looking for a change of pace? The Stratford Hills Veterinary Center, a well-established three-doctor small animal general practice, seeks to add an assistant or licensed Veterinary Technician to our friendly team. Our hospital boasts a recently renovated facility, and an enjoyable ‘Fear Free’ working environment. We are dedicated to active learning and our Technicians / Assistants play an integral role in providing excellent medical care to our patients and customer service to our clients. We provide preventative care, emergency care, routine surgical procedures, dental radiography and cleanings, laser therapy, and more.

Our ideal candidate is an established LVT or an assistant and should have the following skills:

• Good patient restraint for examinations and procedures
• Can administer medications and vaccines orally, topically, and subcutaneously
• Has a strong understanding of commonly used medications and preventatives
• Can perform various tests on biological samples including urine and blood
• Can capably perform proper radiographic technique including correct positioning
• Can manage digital medical records accurately

This is a full-time position with a flexible schedule and rotating weekend shifts. Fear-free certification and knowledge of Avimark software are beneficial but not a requirement. Top priority will be given to experienced candidates.

Our ideal candidate is caring and compassionate, reliable, a good communicator, shows attention to detail, loves to learn, is a team player, and shows true passion for what they do. Please be able to lift at least 40 lbs and have the ability to spend long stretches of time actively on your feet.

Benefits include:

Financial Benefits:  

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance 
  • $16 per hour
• 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 

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing hospital with a fantastic community reputation and a fun-loving, yet professional atmosphere. We look forward to hearing from you!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Auburn Animal Center 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.