Careers

About the Role

Opelika Animal Hospital is Hiring a Licensed or Experienced Veterinary Technician 

Position Details

• Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience and licensure
• Schedule: Flexible weekly schedule with rotating weekend 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

Opelika Animal Hospital is looking to add a Licensed or Experienced Veterinary Technician to our amazing team!  If you’re a skilled technician who enjoys mentoring others, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Opelika Animal Hospital

At Opelika Animal Hospital, you’ll be part of a highly experienced and collaborative team with over 110 years of combined veterinary experience. We’re proud of the level of care we provide and are deeply committed to compassionate, high-quality medicine.

Our team works closely together, supports one another, and truly values both patient care and professional growth. If you’re looking for a place where your skills are appreciated and your voice matters, you’ll feel right at home here.

• Team-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growth
• Leadership that listens and invests in your development
• Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Licensed/Certified Veterinary Technician (or experienced Veterinary Technician with strong clinical skills)
• 2+ years of Veterinary Technician experience
• Leadership or training experience preferred
• Strong technical and clinical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to stay organized and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for animal welfare and patient care
  
• Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude
• 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

• Assist veterinarians with surgeries and procedures
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgical patients
• Perform blood draws, catheter placement, and diagnostic testing
• Take and process radiographs (X-rays)
• Provide patient care and treatment support
• Maintain accurate medical records (Cornerstone experience preferred)
• Support teammates and welcome learning (yours and theirs)
• Embrace the occasional “cat rodeo” with safe, skilled handling

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

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State 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 passionate Veterinary Technician ready to grow into a leadership role and make a real impact, we’d love to meet you. Apply today!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Opelika 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.