Job Description

Who we are:

College Park Animal Hospital is looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)!

Position Details

Role: Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: Full-time weekday schedule. Hospital closes at 6:00 p.m. No evening shifts beyond closing.

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, continuing education allowance, Maryland RVT license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, TechLife Professional Development Program, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: A consistent weekday schedule, hospital closing at 6:00 p.m., six paid holidays, and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for an RVT position where high-quality medicine, teamwork, and work-life balance all come together?

College Park Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our AAHA-accredited, three-doctor small animal hospital in College Park, Maryland. We are committed to providing exceptional patient care while creating an environment where our team members feel supported, respected, and empowered to grow.

Our hospital embraces Fear Free® and low-stress handling techniques because we believe veterinary visits should be as comfortable as possible for both pets and the people who love them. If you're passionate about practicing outstanding medicine alongside collaborative teammates and supportive doctors, you'll feel right at home here.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Join an AAHA-accredited, three-doctor small animal hospital
• Practice Fear Free® and low-stress handling techniques
• Work alongside experienced veterinarians and a collaborative support team
• Enjoy a consistent weekday schedule with the hospital closing at 6:00 p.m.
• Build your skills through continuing education and professional development
• Work in a positive culture that values communication, teamwork, and exceptional patient care

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Partner with veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and patient care
• Collect laboratory samples and perform accurate in-house diagnostic testing
• Administer medications and monitor hospitalized patients
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor anesthesia within the RVT scope of practice
• Educate clients about preventative care, medications, treatment plans, and follow-up care
• Maintain accurate medical records that support excellent continuity of care
• Create calm, compassionate, low-stress experiences for patients and clients
• Collaborate with the veterinary team to deliver exceptional medical care every day

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Current Maryland Registered Veterinary Technician license or eligibility for licensure
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A compassionate, dependable, and positive attitude
• A passion for delivering exceptional patient care
• Experience in a fast-paced small animal practice preferred
• Commitment to Fear Free® and low-stress patient handling
• A desire to continue learning and growing professionally

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

At College Park Animal Hospital, you'll find more than an excellent medical team—you'll find people who genuinely enjoy working together. We believe collaboration leads to better medicine, stronger relationships, and happier team members. Whether you're learning something new, supporting a teammate, or helping a nervous patient feel more comfortable, you'll be surrounded by people who appreciate your expertise and encourage your success.

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

Professional Growth & Recognition

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Maryland RVT license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• TechLife Professional Development Program

Lifestyle Benefits

• Consistent weekday schedule
• Hospital closes at 6:00 p.m.
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team

If you're a Registered Veterinary Technician looking for a hospital where your skills are appreciated, your teammates support one another, and high-quality medicine is always the priority, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join the exceptional team at College Park Animal Hospital!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at College Park Animal 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.