Emergency Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals•Norwalk, CT

8d•$21 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

VCA Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center Team is expanding its Emergency and Critical Care Service and is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our weekend ER team. Come grow with us and make a difference! Our caseload is diverse, and the opportunities to keep learning and grow at VCA Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center are immense. We pride ourselves in being a teaching hospital, and our Specialists and VTs provide a comfortable, supportive environment for associates who want to continue to grow their technical skills and career! If you are passionate about emergency and critical care, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are excited about being part of a growing team, we would love to hear from you! 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 If you are a current associate, you 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. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.

Responsibilities

Perform an initial assessment to evaluate the patient's condition quickly. This includes checking vital signs, assessing for obvious injuries or distress, and gathering information from the pet owner about the situation.
Collaborate closely with veterinarians to assist in exams, treatments, and medical procedures for emergency cases.
Proficiently perform venipuncture, intravenous catheter placement, and grow your advanced vascular access techniques
Safely and accurately administer fluids, medications, and other treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
Work in conjunction with all technical staff across the hospital to ensure hospitalized patients receive optimal care. Maintain open communication with the healthcare team.
Vigilantly monitor hospitalized patients, identifying subtle changes in their clinical status. Participate in departmental rounds and manage the maintenance of urinary catheters, nasogasrtic tubes, chest and abdominal tubes, as well as nasal oxygen tubes.
Provide clear and concise discharge instructions to clients, ensuring they understand the care their furry family member requires after leaving the hospital.
Prepare patients for procedures and monitor anesthesia to ensure patient safety.
Operate diagnostic imaging equipment and assist in capturing radiographs and other diagnostic images.
Run diagnostics, correlate results with the clinical presentation of the patient and notify Veterinarian of results.
Including collection, administration, and transfusion reactions.
Flow-by Oxygen, Nasal Oxygen Cannula, or Oxygen Cage.

Benefits

Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability.
Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.
Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.
Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.
Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.
Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
Leadership development and mentorship programs.
401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
Access to legal resources for common legal services.
Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.