Veterinary Technician Academy Student

VCA Animal Hospitals•Shelton, CT

5d•$17

About The Position

Join The VCA Vet Tech Academy! Is your dream to become a Credentialed Veterinary Technician? Are you interested in online learning but feel like you need some extra guidance to stay on track? The VCA Vet Tech Academy is seeking eager Veterinary Technician Students to support through the Penn Foster Veterinary Technician Program. This is a full-time, paid position. The VVTA provides education and training that will supplement, enhance, and reinforce the education you receive in the Penn Foster Veterinary Technician Program. In addition to your school curriculum, you will learn and practice skills that complement your education. You will be welcomed to the team as an associate, enjoy all the benefits of being a part of the VCA team, and gain the confidence needed to excel in your career as a Credentialed Veterinary Technician. At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now! We look forward to getting to know you! VCA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, genetic characteristics, physical disability, mental disability, perceived disability, medical condition, age, family care status, veteran or military status, parental status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, or any other protected status as required by law. At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. VCA will engage in the interactive process with disabled individuals who request reasonable accommodations in the workplace. 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). 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.

Requirements

Good at problem solving
Able to adapt to ever changing situations
Commitment and determination to complete the Penn Foster Veterinary Technology Program
Ability to overcome difficult obstacles
Previous experience working with animals preferred
Minimum of 20 hours working in or observing at an animal hospital preferred
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with the public in a professional and respectful way
High school graduate or GED
Must maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher throughout the program
After completing the program and passing of the VTNE, you will be required to serve 3 years of service as a Credentialed Veterinary Technician with VCA Animal Hospitals.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with animals preferred
Minimum of 20 hours working in or observing at an animal hospital preferred

Benefits

Full sponsorship for the Penn Foster Veterinary Technician Program
Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
Leadership opportunities
Career development programs
Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
Tuition support and sponsorships
Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
Referral bonuses
Competitive wage
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Generous pet care discounts
Life, long and short-term disability insurance
Paid parental leave
Paid vacation and sick time
401(k)