Veterinary Technician

Abbott Valley Veterinary Center

Job Description

Veterinary Technician – Full-Time
Location: Northern Rhode Island

Are you a motivated, compassionate Veterinary Technician with excellent communication skills? Join our dedicated team at a busy small animal practice in Northern Rhode Island!

About Us:
We are a close-knit, supportive practice with a strong commitment to delivering consistently high-quality veterinary care that prioritizes both patients and clients. Many of our team members, including our doctors, have been with us for over a decade. We offer a technically challenging yet rewarding environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Position Overview:
We’re seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician who is passionate about animal care and thrives in a team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Client communication and education.
  • Patient restraint and management.
  • Basic room technician duties.
  • Advanced skills such as catheter placement, surgical monitoring, and surgical recovery (preferred).

Qualifications:

  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
  • Dedication to providing exceptional patient care.
  • Experience in veterinary settings.

What We Offer:

  • A supportive work culture with room to grow professionally.
  • Competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a difference while building a lasting career, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you’d be a great fit for our team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 35 per week

Benefits:

 

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

 

Schedule:

 

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Rotating weekends

 

Ability to commute/relocate:

 

  • Cumberland, RI 02864: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

 

Experience:

 

  • Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)

 

Shift availability:

 

  • Night Shift (Preferred)
  • Day Shift (Preferred)

 

Work Location: In person

 
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
 
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
 
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.