Veterinary Technician

West Lake Animal HospitalTaylorsville, UT, United States

17 hours ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Who we are :

West Lake Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role : Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician / Assistant
Status : Full-time
Salary : $19.00 - $21.00 per hour; negotiable and based on experience
Schedule : Monday through Thursday, 7am - 5pm or 8am - 5 : 30pm

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 uniform allowance

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

Are you a Certified Veterinary Technician or an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a practice that truly values your skills, compassion, and work-life balance? West Lake Animal Hospital is a full-service hospital for dogs, cats, and exotics, and we're ready to welcome a new team member who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes pride in providing exceptional care.

At West Lake Animal Hospital, we believe in treating every pet and person with kindness and respect. We offer high-quality care without sacrificing your personal time - no weekends, late emergencies, or evenings - and we're proud of the family-oriented culture we've built.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love West Lake Animal Hospital

Team-first culture that's supportive, fun, and big on growth

Leadership that listens and invests in your development

Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways

Monday-Thursday schedule, 7am - 5 : 30pm (four 10-hour days!)

No weekends, holidays, or late nights

Enjoy a full hour lunch every day

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

A compassionate approach to patient and client care

At least one year of hands-on experience with :

Jugular, cephalic, and saphenous blood draws

IV catheter placement and fluid therapy

Surgical assistance : intubation, prep, anesthesia monitoring, and post-op care

Calculating and administering anesthetics and medications

Taking quality radiographs (Cuattro HD DR digital)

Performing dental cleanings and dental radiographs

Answering phones, scheduling appointments, and delivering exceptional client service

Bonus Points If You Have :

Experience with Cornerstone software

Familiarity with Heska blood analyzers

Spanish fluency

What You'll Do

Let your passion for excellent patient care shine - every day

Communicate with warmth, clarity, and confidence

Support teammates and welcome learning (yours and theirs)

Embrace the occasional "cat rodeo" with safe, skilled handling

Celebrate the moments that matter - birthdays, babies, anniversaries

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

Flexibility that supports real work-life balance

A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness

Mentoring, growth, and frequent "thanks" - plus coffee runs, ice-cream breaks, and lunch on us

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set 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 only; after one year of service)

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

State license reimbursement

VTNE exam fee reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

Six paid holidays (full-time only)

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount program

Take the next step. You miss every chance you don't take - don't miss this one. Apply today to join our Veterinary Technician team at West Lake Animal Hospital!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at West Lake 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.

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