Whether you’re an experienced Veterinary Assistant or a credentialed Veterinary Technician, you’ll find a team that values what you bring to the table, encourages questions, and wants to help you keep growing.
Why our Veterinary Assistants / Technicians Love It Here
Enjoy a predictable four-day work week
No night shifts
Rotating Saturdays so you still get your weekends
Take real lunch breaks—yes, actually
Work with leaders who listen, value your ideas, and appreciate your contributions
Join a workplace where being yourself isn’t just allowed—it’s encouraged
Be part of a supportive team that genuinely helps one another
Work in an environment where your time and work-life balance are respected
Use and expand your veterinary technical skills
Receive continuing education and professional development opportunities
Ask questions without hesitation in an environment where learning is encouraged
Work with teammates who want to see one another succeed
Grow professionally while encouraging the growth of those around you
Do meaningful work with a team that has your back
What our Veterinary Assistants / Technicians Do
As a Veterinary Assistant/Technician at Goffstown Animal Hospital, you’ll be an important part of our medical team and have opportunities to use a broad range of clinical and client-care skills.
Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
Perform venipuncture and support fluid therapy
Perform nail trims and anal gland expression
Obtain high-quality diagnostic radiographs and maintain imaging standards
Run in-house laboratory testing, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, and other diagnostics
Safely handle and restrain patients during examinations, treatments, and procedures
Educate clients with compassion, clarity, and confidence
Communicate with clients regarding patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive care
Maintain accurate and thorough medical records and patient charts
Document client interactions clearly and efficiently
Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and exam areas
Follow established infection-control and hospital protocols
Anticipate the needs of veterinarians and teammates
Collaborate with the team to maintain an efficient daily workflow
Contribute to a positive, supportive hospital culture
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for someone who combines strong veterinary skills with reliability, compassion, curiosity, and a team-first attitude.
Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician experience
Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) status is welcome but not required
A genuine passion for veterinary medicine and patient care
Safe and effective patient handling and restraint skills
Comfort working in a fast-paced clinical environment
Professional and compassionate communication with clients and teammates
Ability to document patient records and client interactions clearly and accurately
Strong attention to detail
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
Reliability and a strong work ethic
A positive, solutions-oriented attitude
Willingness to ask questions and continue learning
A collaborative, team-first mindset
Willingness to jump in and help wherever needed
Desire to grow professionally and support the growth of others
The Extras You’ll Actually Feel
At Goffstown Animal Hospital, work-life balance isn’t something we just put in a job ad.
You’ll have a four-day work week, rotating Saturdays, no nights, predictable scheduling, and real lunch breaks. We respect your time because we know great veterinary professionals need time outside the hospital, too.
We also want you to have a voice. Our leaders listen to ideas, welcome questions, and encourage learning. Whether you’re building confidence in a new technical skill, attending continuing education, or sharing your own knowledge with a teammate, we want you to keep growing.
And we believe work can be meaningful without taking ourselves too seriously. Bring your personality, support your teammates, and remember: with the right cattitude, anything is pawsible.
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 or 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 veterinary technician 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!
Our team members are ready to ask for help and offer help to others, stay positive, keep learning, and encourage the growth of those around them. And while providing exceptional veterinary care is serious business, we believe you should be able to enjoy the people you work with along the way.
If you’re looking for a veterinary career where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your schedule leaves room for life outside of work, we’d love to meet you.
Come do meaningful work with a team that has your back—apply to Goffstown Animal Hospital today!
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Goffstown Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We’re committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their full potential.
