Careers

About the Role

Sanford Animal Hospital is Hiring an Experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician or Assistant!

Position Details

• Role: Registered Veterinary Technician or Assistant
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience & licensure
• Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 am-6:00 pm

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

Sanford Animal Hospital is a fast-paced, team-oriented small animal practice dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. We pride ourselves on maintaining a positive, supportive work environment where teamwork and growth 

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Perform patient restraint safely and compassionately
• Monitor anesthesia and recovery (for RVTs)
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed
• Collect and run lab samples
• Take and process radiographs
• Maintain accurate medical records in our PIMS system
• Communicate clearly with clients and team members
• Help maintain a clean, organized hospital environment 

Qualifications:

• RVT: Must be licensed/registered in North Carolina (or eligible)
• Assistant: Minimum 1+ year of veterinary experience required
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills 

What We Offer:

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

Schedule:

• Combination of weekday shifts (7:30 AM – 6:00 PM / 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
• Rotating Saturdays may be required 

Why Join Sanford Animal Hospital?

We are more than just a workplace—we’re a team that supports each other, values your skills, and truly cares about the well-being of our patients and staff.

Join Our Team!

Think you're the technician or assistant we're looking for? Apply today! 

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