Veterinary Technician - Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center
Encore Vet GroupGroup
Rutland, VT Posted
- $28.00 per hour
- Full time
- Specialty
Benefits mentioned: Health insurance, 401(k) or retirement, CE allowance, Paid time off, Pet care discount, Uniform allowance
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About this job
Join Our Team as a Veterinary Technician at Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center! Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center is a high-volume general practice and surgical specialty hospital located in the picturesque town of Rutland, Vermont. We are a patient-focused, community-driven practice with a passion for veterinary excellence—and we’re growing! We’re seeking a skilled, compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our collaborative, fast-paced team and help us deliver the exceptional care our patients and clients deserve.
Why you'll love us:
- Gold-Standard Medicine - Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center delivers top-quality care at every life stage—from compassionate wellness visits to expert orthopedic surgeries. As an AAHA-Accredited, Fear Free Certified, and Cat Friendly Practice, we prioritize low-stress care backed by advanced diagnostics and surgical expertise, including CCL repairs and patellar luxation.
- Supportive Team Culture - We value mutual respect, compassion, and a strong work ethic. You’ll be joining a team that supports each other, communicates openly, and celebrates wins big and small. Your voice and contributions matter here.
- A Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Experienced in surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care.
Skilled in placing IV catheters, drawing blood, performing lab tests, and dental prophylaxis (scaling and polishing).
Passionate about client communication and building lasting relationships.
A team player who’s eager to pitch in, problem-solve, and support both clinical and non-clinical tasks.
Committed to learning, growing, and delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Assisting in surgical procedures and monitoring anesthesia.
Leading by example to mentor and train junior staff.
Supporting diagnostics, treatments, and daily patient care.
Maintaining accurate medical records and effective client communication.
Helping uphold high standards of care and consistency across the hospital.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive pay, based on experience
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (some plans include free outpatient mental health care)
- Generous CE allowance + paid CE time
- Uniform allowance
- Pet care discounts for your personal pets
- PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
- A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between)
- Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources
- A 401(k) with up to 5% company match
Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special?
Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group – see what that means for you ww.encorevet.comCheck us out here: www.rutlandvet.com
Looking for: Veterinary Technician | Vet Tech | RVT | LVT | CVT | Registered Veterinary Technician | Licensed Veterinary Technician | Certified Veterinary Technician
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Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine. Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients.
Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.
Pay RangeUSD $22.00 - USD $28.00 /Hr.
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Listed pay $28.00 per hour ($58,240 a year at 2,080 hours). That is 18% above the Vermont median of $23.80 an hour for vet techs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. Vet tech pay guide
Posted February 6, 2026. Last checked on Encore Vet Group Careers. Interviewing here? 30 questions to ask a clinic
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