Job Description

Locations: Exeter, New Hampshire

Categories: Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Req ID: 18130

Who we are:

Epping Road Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Certified Veterinary Technician

Status: Full-Time

Salary: $25.00–$27.00/hr

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Credential: Certified Veterinary Technician credential required

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 pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Want to show us the sweater you just knitted for your cat? Please do!

Epping Road Veterinary Hospital is a three-doctor practice with a support staff committed to unparalleled patient care, and we’re looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team. From Bernedoodles to Bengals, our patients have digital radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, and even alternative medicine at their service.

We’re more than a group of compassionate veterinary professionals. We’re a supportive team that welcomes you to bring your authentic self. Feel the need for a midday sing-along? We’ll harmonize!

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Monday through Friday. Predictable weekday scheduling, respect for your time, and flexibility when life happens.
• Real lunch breaks. Yes, actually.
• Advanced care. As a Certified Veterinary Technician here, you’ll work with digital radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, and alternative medicine.
• Fear Free focus. Low-stress handling keeps our patients safe and happy.
• Be yourself. Being yourself isn’t just allowed here. It’s encouraged.
• Growth and celebration. Questions are welcomed, growth is expected, and we celebrate birthdays, milestones, and the little wins that matter.

What You’ll Do

• Triage patients and obtain thorough histories, vitals, and assessments
• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care from intake through discharge
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Run in-house lab testing, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, and fecals
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including prep, anesthesia induction, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Use Fear Free and low-stress handling techniques with every patient
• Educate clients with compassion, clarity, and confidence
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient charts

Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities.

What You’ll Bring

• Certified Veterinary Technician credential
• Solid technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and lab procedures
• Knowledge of anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative, team-first mindset and a willingness to jump in where needed
• A positive attitude, reliability, and a genuine passion for veterinary medicine
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistance

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
• 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 all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician 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!

If you’re a Certified Veterinary Technician who wants to practice great medicine with a team that lets you be yourself, we’d love to learn more about you and share more about us. Epping Road Veterinary Hospital can’t wait to meet you.

Apply today and join the team at Epping Road Veterinary Hospital!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Epping Road Veterinary 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.