Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician

Who we are:

Falmouth Animal Hospital is Hiring a Surgical Veterinary Technician!

 

Position Details

• Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician with a surgical background
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: $27 - $30 per hour based on experience and licensure
• Schedule: Flexible 4-day work week with half-day rotating Saturday shifts.  

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

Are you a skilled Surgical Veterinary Technician who loves being hands-on in patient care and thrives in a supportive, team-focused environment? At Falmouth Animal Hospital, we’re proud of the medicine we practice—and just as proud of the team that makes it all happen.  We’re a 3-doctor AAHA-accredited small-animal hospital offering a wide variety of services, including wellness care, dentistry, and surgery. We’re looking for someone who wants to use their skills every day, continue learning, and be part of a positive, collaborative team that truly supports one another.

 

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Falmouth Animal Hospital

 

At Falmouth Animal Hospital, we believe great medicine starts with a great team. We work hard, support each other, and make sure to keep things positive—even on the busy days.

• Predictable scheduling with respect for your time
• Rotating Saturdays so you can still enjoy your weekends
• Real lunch breaks (yes—actually!)
• Flexibility when life happens
• Opportunities to grow your skills and take on more 
• High standards of care with a team that takes pride in what we do
• Consistent scheduling with no nights or weekend hours
• Team-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growth
• Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, induction, and recovery
• Experience assisting in surgery and providing high-quality patient nursing care
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong patient handling skills, with a focus on low-stress or Fear Free techniques
• Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced setting
• A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taught
• Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience

What You’ll Do

• Triage patients and obtain thorough histories, vitals, and patient assessments

• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures

• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed

• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection

• Support surgical and dental procedures (prep, monitoring, recovery, instrument care)

• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals during procedures and maintain accurate records

 

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