The Veterinary Technician will assist in surgical procedures, monitor anesthesia, and support daily diagnostics and patient treatments. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate medical records and mentoring junior staff members.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be skilled in clinical tasks such as IV placement, blood draws, and dental scaling within a fast-paced environment. A commitment to compassionate care and strong client communication skills are essential.
professional certificateMentoringPatient CarePhlebotomyLaboratory TestingClient CommunicationDiagnosticsPost-operative CareAnesthesia MonitoringIV Catheter PlacementMedical Record MaintenanceDental ProphylaxisSurgery Prep
Job description
Overview
Join Our Team as a Veterinary Technician at Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center!
Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center is a high-volume general practice and surgical specialty hospital located in the picturesque town of Rutland, Vermont.
We are a patient-focused, community-driven practice with a passion for veterinary excellence—and we’re growing!
We’re seeking a skilled, compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our collaborative, fast-paced team and help us deliver the exceptional care our patients and clients deserve.
Why you'll love us: Gold-Standard Medicine - Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center delivers top-quality care at every life stage—from compassionate wellness visits to expert orthopedic surgeries.
As an AAHA-Accredited, Fear Free Certified, and Cat Friendly Practice, we prioritize low-stress care backed by advanced diagnostics and surgical expertise, including CCL repairs and patellar luxation.
Supportive Team Culture - We value mutual respect, compassion, and a strong work ethic.
You’ll be joining a team that supports each other, communicates openly, and celebrates wins big and small.
Your voice and contributions matter here.
You are...
A Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Experienced in surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care.
Skilled in placing IV catheters, drawing blood, performing lab tests, and dental prophylaxis (scaling and polishing).
Passionate about client communication and building lasting relationships.
A team player who’s eager to pitch in, problem-solve, and support both clinical and non-clinical tasks.
Committed to learning, growing, and delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
What You’ll Be Doing: Assisting in surgical procedures and monitoring anesthesia.
Leading by example to mentor and train junior staff.
Supporting diagnostics, treatments, and daily patient care.
Maintaining accurate medical records and effective client communication.
Helping uphold high standards of care and consistency across the hospital.
What's in it for you?
Competitive pay, based on experience Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (some plans include free outpatient mental health care) Generous CE allowance + paid CE time Uniform allowance Pet care discounts for your personal pets PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between) Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources A 401(k) with up to 5% company match Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special?
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Parental Leave
Floating Holidays
Uniform Allowance
401(k) With Company Match
Military Leave
Continuing Education Allowance
Pet Care Discounts
Mental Health Care
Paid CE Time
Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group – see what that means for you ww.encorevet.com Check us out here: www.rutlandvet.com Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care.
We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine.
Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients.
Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future.
Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.
