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First State Urgent Vet – Veterinary Technician/Assistant Jobs in Wilmington, DE at First State Urgent Vet
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We’re Growing – Join the Team That Trusts You to Use Your Skills!
At First State Urgent Vet, we believe veterinary technicians and assistants should be empowered to do what they’re trained to do. We’re not just growing—we’re building something great: a team that works hard, supports each other, and genuinely has fun while caring for pets and their people.
Why Urgent Care?
Urgent veterinary care combines the best of general practice and emergency medicine. Here, you’ll triage patients, perform life-saving treatments, and yes—still get puppy kisses during vaccine appointments. We do it all, and we do it with purpose and humor.
Who Thrives Here:
Someone with grit, drive, and a good sense of humor.
Someone who can jump in, take initiative, and collaborate with their peers.
Someone who believes that every pet—and every teammate—deserves respect and compassion.
What You’ll Do:
Take patient histories and educate clients
Triage walk-ins and assess emergent cases
Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters
Run in-house diagnostics (Idexx lab equipment & digital radiology)
Administer treatments (IV, SQ, IM)
Monitor anesthesia and sedation
Provide ongoing hospitalized patient care
Use and promote low-stress handling techniques when restraining patients and performing treatments.
About the Role:
We’re hiring Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants, both full-time and part-time. Shifts are typically 9–10 hours, and availability on rotating weekends is expected. Our clinic is open 10 AM–7 PM, 7 days a week, but please note: 7 PM is our last check-in time, not our closing time. Some evenings may run later, and flexibility is a must.
What We’re Looking For:
At least 1 year of experience as a veterinary technician or assistant
Licensure preferred, but not required
Strong work ethic and adaptability
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
What We Offer:
Full-Time Team Members:
Competitive hourly wage based on experience and licensure
Paid time off + sick time
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Employee pet discounts
Uniform allowance
CE and professional development support
Part-Time Team Members:
Competitive hourly wages based on experience
401(k) with employer match
Employee pet discounts
Uniform allowance
If you’re ready to grow with us and work somewhere that appreciates your skills and your personality, we’d love to meet you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
License reimbursement
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person
Title: First State Urgent Vet – Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Company: First State Urgent Vet
Location: Wilmington, DE
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