Veterinary Technician Jobs in Indiana
Veterinary Technician jobs in Indiana are consistently active, with steady demand concentrated in small animal clinics, emergency and specialty hospitals, and research-affiliated animal care facilities. Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Bloomington anchor most of the hiring, with established employers like Purdue University Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Banfield Pet Hospital, and VCA Animal Hospitals posting regularly across the state. The most in-demand specialties are emergency and critical care, dental, and anesthesia support. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Description
Registered Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant
East Side Animal Hospital
Full-time
Evansville, IN
Clinic hours:
Monday through Friday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Who we are
At East Side Animal Hospital, you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network. We offer primary, emergency, urgent care, boarding, and bathing services for dogs and cats in Evansville, Newburgh, and the Tristate Area. We are proud to be AAHA accredited.
East Side Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.
As a Veterinary Technician/Assistant, you’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Our Veterinary Technicians/Assistants are the heartbeat of our team and work side by side with our Veterinarians (DVMs) during procedures. A full-time position would require working between 30-40 hours a week, which includes a combination of day & evening shifts.
Role Responsibilities:
- Assisting DVMs during procedures by restraining animals, conducting tests, monitoring vitals, and administering medications.
- Maintaining medical records and communicating with clients on their pets' medical procedures, including treatment plans and costs
- Maintaining examination, treatment, and surgical suite, including maintenance of equipment such as anesthetic machines/ monitors, x-ray machines, dental, and autoclaving equipment.
- Must be comfortable and confident handling dogs and cats of all sizes
Experience & Skills Requirements:
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or RVT-eligible preferred; experienced Veterinary Assistants encouraged to apply
- 1-2 years of veterinary clinic experience preferred
- Excellent communication and customer service skills with a positive, friendly attitude
- Team-oriented and able to work collaboratively
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Professional and courteous with clients and team members
- Able to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Stays calm and responds effectively in emergency situations
- Self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow
- Supports veterinarians with technical and administrative tasks
- Flexible schedule availability
- Willing to cross-train and assist with front desk duties as needed
- Compassionate about animal care and committed to providing exceptional client service
You’ll Grow With Us
Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:
- Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - Thrive U
- Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
- A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
- Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians
Benefits – our care in action
We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:
- Competitive compensation
- Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
- Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
- Pet Perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
- Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
- Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
- 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period
- Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete
Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence.
Description
Registered Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant
East Side Animal Hospital
Full-time
Evansville, IN
Clinic hours:
Monday through Friday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Who we are
At East Side Animal Hospital, you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network. We offer primary, emergency, urgent care, boarding, and bathing services for dogs and cats in Evansville, Newburgh, and the Tristate Area. We are proud to be AAHA accredited.
East Side Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.
As a Veterinary Technician/Assistant, you’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Our Veterinary Technicians/Assistants are the heartbeat of our team and work side by side with our Veterinarians (DVMs) during procedures. A full-time position would require working between 30-40 hours a week, which includes a combination of day & evening shifts.
Role Responsibilities:
- Assisting DVMs during procedures by restraining animals, conducting tests, monitoring vitals, and administering medications.
- Maintaining medical records and communicating with clients on their pets' medical procedures, including treatment plans and costs
- Maintaining examination, treatment, and surgical suite, including maintenance of equipment such as anesthetic machines/ monitors, x-ray machines, dental, and autoclaving equipment.
- Must be comfortable and confident handling dogs and cats of all sizes
Experience & Skills Requirements:
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or RVT-eligible preferred; experienced Veterinary Assistants encouraged to apply
- 1-2 years of veterinary clinic experience preferred
- Excellent communication and customer service skills with a positive, friendly attitude
- Team-oriented and able to work collaboratively
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Professional and courteous with clients and team members
- Able to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Stays calm and responds effectively in emergency situations
- Self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow
- Supports veterinarians with technical and administrative tasks
- Flexible schedule availability
- Willing to cross-train and assist with front desk duties as needed
- Compassionate about animal care and committed to providing exceptional client service
You’ll Grow With Us
Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:
- Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - Thrive U
- Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
- A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
- Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians
Benefits – our care in action
We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:
- Competitive compensation
- Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
- Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
- Pet Perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
- Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
- Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
- 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period
- Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete
Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence.
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Veterinary Technician Job Market in Indiana
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Who's Hiring
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- Animal Care & Pet Services
What Indiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in veterinary technician jobs across Indiana.
- Active Indiana veterinary technician license or eligibility through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
- Associate or bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program
- Ability to restrain and handle animals of varying sizes and temperaments safely
- Proficiency with diagnostic equipment including radiography and in-house laboratory analyzers
- Experience with electronic medical records and veterinary practice management software
- Strong client communication skills and ability to educate pet owners on treatment plans
Veterinary Technician Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a veterinary technician in Indiana?
Indiana requires veterinary technicians to hold an active license issued through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency. To qualify, you must graduate from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program and pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination. After passing, you apply for licensure directly with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency. Credentials from other states may be recognized through endorsement, but Indiana licensure is required before practicing independently in a clinical setting.
How much do veterinary technicians make in Indiana?
Veterinary technicians in Indiana earn a median of about $48,720 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $37,820 for the lowest 10% to over $59,490 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire veterinary technicians in Indiana?
Employers hiring veterinary technicians in Indiana right now include VCA Animal Hospitals, NVA, and Mission Pet Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Indiana's mix of university-affiliated teaching hospitals, corporate general practice chains, and independent emergency specialty clinics creates consistent openings at multiple experience levels across the state.
Which Indiana cities have the most veterinary technician jobs?
Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Carmel have the most veterinary technician openings in Indiana right now. Indianapolis dominates by volume given its large metro population and concentration of specialty and emergency hospitals, while Fort Wayne and Bloomington benefit from strong regional clinic networks and, in Bloomington's case, proximity to Purdue University's veterinary programs and affiliated practices.
Are there remote veterinary technician jobs in Indiana?
Yes, but they're rare. Veterinary technician work is almost entirely hands-on, requiring direct patient care, sample collection, and equipment operation that cannot be performed remotely. About 7% of veterinary technician openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to involve teletriage support, client communication, or veterinary pharmaceutical roles rather than traditional clinical duties.
How can I get hired as a veterinary technician in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a veterinary assistant or kennel technician role at a general practice clinic while you complete or have recently completed an AVMA-accredited program. Large Indiana employers like Purdue University Veterinary Teaching Hospital and regional VCA locations occasionally hire new graduates and offer structured mentorship alongside licensed technicians. Sitting for the Veterinary Technician National Examination early and securing your Indiana license through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency before your first job search gives you a clear hiring edge over candidates still awaiting credentials.
Where can I find and apply to veterinary technician jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to veterinary technician jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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