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Southport Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary TechnicianStatus: Full-timeSalary: Negotiable and based on experienceSchedule: Weekdays, occasional Saturdays

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

Looking for a Veterinary Technician Role Where You'll Feel Supported and Appreciated?

Southport Animal Hospital is ready to hire an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team. Working together to establish and uphold the highest standards of patient care, we believe that to care for our patients, we must also care for each other.

We strive to cultivate a supportive, fun environment that encourages camaraderie, teamwork, and opportunities to learn and grow. If you're looking for a hospital where your skills are valued and your growth is encouraged, we'd love to meet you.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Southport Animal Hospital

• Mentoring and support for all team members
• Flexibility with scheduling to ensure a healthy work-life balance
• Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us
• A breakroom filled with snacks, an ice machine, and a variety of coffee - always
• Lunch breaks on the regular
• No nights, on-call shifts, or holidays
• Support as you grow and advance your career - the more you know, the better off we all are
• Supportive team culture focused on collaboration and positivity

What You'll Do

• Provide safe and effective patient handling and restraint
• Support preventative care and vaccine protocols
• Monitor anesthesia and assist during surgical procedures
• Assist with emergency and surgical patient care, including IV catheter placement
• Obtain diagnostics including radiographs, phlebotomy, and laboratory samples
• Perform in-house laboratory testing and patient care support
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients and team members
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Collaborate with the veterinary team to support efficient hospital workflow
• Help create a positive experience for patients, clients, and coworkers alike

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience required
• Veterinary Technician license preferred but not required
• Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude
• Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for teamwork, mentorship, and continued learning
• Compassionate approach to patient care and client service
• Strong technical and communication skills
• Positive attitude and collaborative mindset

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• Mentorship and support from an experienced veterinary team
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• A clinic culture that genuinely values teamwork and kindness
• Employee benefits that support both personal and professional well-being
• A positive environment where learning and growth are encouraged
• A workplace where your contributions truly matter every day

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 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
• 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

Join Our Team!

Think you're the Veterinary Technician we've been dreaming of? Awesome! Come join our team and see the difference we can make in our people's and patients' lives every day.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Southport 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.