Veterinary Technician
4 days ago
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
Compensation: Pay range is $ 21 - 31 /hr and is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.
Who We Are:
VCA Animal Care Hospital is honored to be a 40+ year established small animal practice with a loyal customer base. We are proud to be AAHA accredited and to have a collaborative and well-trained team of Veterinarians and Support staff.
We have state-of-the-art equipment including ultrasound, electrocautery, digital radiology, dentistry and EMR. We focus on low stress and fear free approach to patient care. Our staff is compassionate and focused on the highest care, quality medicine and client/patient experience. We have a strong culture and love what we do every day, with a strong focus on work/life balance.
Schedule
Full-time opportunity
Who we look for
People obsessed with pets and their care
Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine
Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust
Key Responsibilities:
Assist veterinarians in all aspects of patient care, including physical exams, surgeries, dental procedures, and emergency care.
Perform diagnostic tests, such as radiographs, blood work, and urinalysis, and prepare samples for laboratory testing.
Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
Monitor and care for hospitalized patients, including pain management, wound care, and nutritional support.
Place intravenous catheters (IVCs) and perform venipuncture.
Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in accordance with AAHA standards and clinic protocols.
Educate and communicate with pet owners about their pet's health, treatment plans, and post-care instructions.
Ensure proper sterilization and maintenance of surgical instruments and equipment.
Assist with inventory management, including ordering and stocking supplies.
Collaborate with a team that values experience, stability, and a positive work environment.
Total Rewards
As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:
Health & Well-being
Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)
401k retirement savings plan with company match
Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
Professional Development
Continuing Education Allowance
WOOF University – offering abundant CE
Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) (open link in new window)
Qualifications
A Certified Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT), or eligible to sit for the VTNE degree
A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
About VCA
VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.
Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.
VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets™. Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media.
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
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