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Thrive Pet Healthcare

Veterinary Technician

Dracut, MA · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Has at least 2 years of experience as a vet tech * Possesses superior customer service skills ... Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills * A program to designed ...

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How much do virtual vet tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual vet tech in the United States is $23.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $27.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Virtual Vet Tech typically collaborate with veterinarians and clients in a remote setting?

As a Virtual Vet Tech, you’ll work closely with veterinarians by assisting in telehealth appointments, collecting patient histories, and providing client education remotely. Communication is mainly conducted through video calls, emails, and specialized telemedicine platforms. Your role also involves triaging cases, answering questions from pet owners, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. Strong teamwork and clear, compassionate communication are essential, as you act as a bridge between veterinarians and clients to deliver quality care in a virtual environment.

What are virtual vet techs?

Virtual vet techs are veterinary technicians who provide support and guidance to pet owners through online platforms, phone calls, or video consultations. They assist with answering questions about pet health, administering medications, managing chronic conditions, and giving general care advice. While they cannot diagnose or prescribe medications, they play a key role in triaging concerns and helping pet owners decide when to seek in-person veterinary care. Virtual vet techs help bridge the gap between pet owners and veterinarians, making expert advice more accessible.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Virtual Vet Tech, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual Vet Tech, you need a solid background in veterinary nursing or technology, often supported by a veterinary technician certification (such as RVT, LVT, or CVT) and experience in animal care. Familiarity with telemedicine platforms, practice management software, and secure communication systems is typically required. Outstanding communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills help virtual vet techs effectively support clients and collaborate with veterinarians remotely. These skills ensure accurate care guidance, client satisfaction, and the smooth delivery of telehealth services in veterinary medicine.
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Infographic showing various Virtual Vet Tech job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,290 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Veterinary Technician Student Recruiter

Mission Pet Health

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

General Information
Ref #
52087
Department
Human Resources
Job Site
VUCC Admin
Date Published
06-24-2026
Pay Class
Full-Time
Job Description
This is a remote opportunity with up to 50% travel required during peak times
The Student Recruiter is a key member of the Mission Pet Health's Veterinary Technician Recruiting Team. This position reports to the Senior Manager of Vet Tech Recruiting and supports our Veterinary Technician Externship Program. This role serves to ensure superior experience and support for our external vet tech students and hosting hospitals. As a Vet Tech Student Recruiter, you will collaborate with Operations, Hospital Leadership, Talent Acquisition and key contacts with our Vet Tech education partners. This person works in tandem with our Veterinarian Technician Recruiters.
The Student Recruiter is integral in building and maintaining relationships between targeted veterinary technician programs and MVP. This role will partner with veterinary technician schools and students through virtual and on-campus events and campaigns that are designed to promote new graduate hiring programs at MVP and coordinate with MVP leaders on all vet tech student related activities.
A qualified individual for this opportunity will have demonstrated ability to present and speak with students, conduct first line interviews, thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy teaching others, facilitate exploratory conversations around career pathing in veterinary medicine with MVP and possess a passion for an exceptional student experience.
Travel required: up to 50% during peak times
Essential Functions:
Program and Externship Management
  • Build and maintain new and existing student pipelines with a focus on proactive and active communication to interested and passive Vet Tech students to help fill front-end of recruiting funnel
  • Partner with Vet Tech Recruiters to attract and identify extern candidates with a focus new grad hire conversions
  • Collaborate with hospital leadership and field leadership to identify potential host hospitals and level set expectations for the student and the hospital to provide an exceptional experience with supportive mentorship
  • Utilize and support current Vet Tech externship processes while seeking continuous improvement to further enhance the program by soliciting feedback from students and key stakeholders
  • Conduct frequent touch bases with students, schools, practice managers, recruiters, and field operations leaders to highlight program details and best practices
  • Receive and support all incoming externship requests and facilitate strategic placement in a timely manner
  • Foster relationships within the network to drive ongoing engagement and university collaboration
  • Share Mission Pet Health extern opportunities with school administrators including posting on school websites and social media
  • Attend and lead campus recruiting events focusing on students and their professional development opportunities with Mission both onsite and virtually
  • Maintain and uphold Mission's WAG Values

Required Education and Experience:
  • Associate's degree or relevant experience in lieu of a degree

Preferred Education and Experience:
  • 1+ years of experience in recruiting; campus recruiting experience strongly preferred
  • Veterinary Technician teaching experience preferred
  • Veterinary industry experience preferred

Responsibilities and Benefits
How You're Supported
As part of the Mission Pet Health Home Office team, you'll be joining a collaborative group of professionals dedicated to supporting our 850+ hospital teams and shaping the future of veterinary medicine.
Competitive Compensation
A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
Total Wellbeing
Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.
Financial Health
Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability options.
Commitment to Growth
Benefit from significant opportunities for upward mobility and career growth within a rapidly expanding organization.
A Collaborative Culture
Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals and a Home Office team that lives by our WAG values.
Valuable Perks
Enjoy generous paid time off and company-wide holidays, discounted veterinary care for your pets, and access to an online discount platform.
About Mission Pet Health
Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.
Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.
EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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