Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Are you a Veterinary Technician who likes to puzzle solve? Internal Medicine would be the perfect place for you! VCA Midwest Veterinary Referral & Emergency Center is looking to expand its Internal Medicine service and is hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join its team! Our Internal Medicine specialists are often considered the puzzle solvers of Veterinary Medicine. Our Internal Medicine service is equipped to deal with whatever problem a patient brings—no matter how common or rare, or how simple or complex. Our Internal Medicine service diagnoses and treats the many serious diseases that can affect our patients' internal body systems. Our IM Technicians better understand body systems and the disease process, learn advanced diagnostic testing, provide excellent patient care, and treat patients with cutting-edge techniques. The responsibilities of the Technicians and Veterinary Assistants are to provide support to the Internists and to be part of a collaborative environment to provide thorough patient care. Our Technicians are a vital reason we can help patients feel better and why pet parents feel a little more at ease because their family members are being cared for with great medicine and warm hearts. If you are passionate about medicine and are excited about being part of a growing team, we would love to hear from you!
Requirements
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
Responsibilities
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Collecting patient histories
- Performing physical exams
- Venipuncture/IVC placement
- Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging
- Assisting in diagnostic procedures such as endoscopy, rhinoscopy, and fluoroscopy
- Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
Benefits
- Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
- Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
- Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
- Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
- Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.
- Latest Tech & Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.
- Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.
- Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
- Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
- Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs.
- Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
- Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
- Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
- Advisory Services: Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
- Legal Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.
- Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.
- 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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
