Assistant Technician Jobs in Appleton, WI (NOW HIRING)

Position Details

Role: Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Status: Full-time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience

Schedule: Four-day workweek with rotating Saturdays

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, referral bonuses, and credential reimbursement for eligible veterinary technicians

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 pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, professional development opportunities, state license and VTNE fee reimbursement for eligible technicians, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Four-day workweek, paid CE days, six paid holidays, and an Employee Assistance Program

Are you an experienced veterinary professional who is passionate about exceptional patient care and ready to put your skills to work? We're looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Kiel, Wisconsin.

We're looking for someone who is confident in their technical abilities, communicates compassionately with clients, and thrives as part of a collaborative team. Whether you're a credentialed technician or an experienced veterinary assistant with strong hands-on skills, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians/Assistants Love It Here

We're a friendly, community-focused mixed animal practice dedicated to providing high-quality veterinary care. Our team values collaboration, compassion, client education, and creating a positive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and grow.

We practice progressive medicine while maintaining the warm, supportive environment our clients and team appreciate. We believe happy, supported team members provide the best patient care—and we want you to have a career you enjoy without sacrificing life outside of work.

• Four-day workweek
• Rotating Saturdays
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to fully utilize and strengthen your technical skills
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Paid continuing education days
• A team that values your ideas, experience, and contributions
• Meaningful work helping pets and the people who love them

What Our Veterinary Technicians/Assistants Do

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to patients
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and sample collection
• Run and assist with laboratory procedures and diagnostic testing
• Take high-quality radiographs and assist with diagnostic imaging
• Prepare patients and equipment for surgical procedures
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals throughout procedures and recovery
• Assist with dental procedures
• Administer medications, vaccines, fluids, and treatments as directed
• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide supportive nursing care
• Educate clients about preventive care, medications, treatment plans, and postoperative instructions
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
• Safely handle and restrain patients using compassionate techniques
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment and patient-care areas
• Collaborate with veterinarians and teammates to maintain an efficient daily workflow

What You'll Bring

• Certified Veterinary Technician candidates should hold a current CVT, RVT, or LVT credential or be eligible for credentialing in Wisconsin
• Experienced Veterinary Assistant candidates should have strong hands-on veterinary technical experience
• Two or more years of small animal clinical experience preferred
• Confidence with patient handling and restraint
• Experience with venipuncture, catheter placement, and laboratory procedures
• Strong anesthesia monitoring skills preferred
• Dental experience preferred
• Excellent communication and client education skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Collaborative, team-first approach
• Dependability and strong attention to detail
• A genuine passion for veterinary medicine and exceptional patient care
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and remain on your feet for extended periods

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

A four-day workweek means more time for life outside of the hospital, while paid CE days and ongoing professional development give you opportunities to keep growing inside it.

You'll also be joining a collaborative team where your experience matters. Whether you're a Certified Veterinary Technician or an experienced Veterinary Assistant, we want you to use your skills, continue developing them, and have a voice in the care we provide.

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 or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement for eligible credentialed technicians
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement for eligible technicians
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid continuing education days
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you're a Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a practice where you can use your skills, continue growing, and be part of a team that genuinely values your contributions, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and take the next step in your veterinary career!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Vetcor. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace where every team member feels comfortable being their authentic self, experiences a true sense of belonging, and is empowered to reach their highest potential.