Veterinary Technician - Swing Shift
About The Position
VCA Chatoak Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced, full-time Veterinary Technician for its AAHA-accredited, full-service hospital in Granada Hills, California. The hospital’s medical team provides care to cats and dogs in a compassionate, motivated environment. The technician supports veterinary assistants and doctor teams, helps create a positive, low-stress experience for clients and patients, and contributes to high-quality patient care. Compensation is $28–$35 per hour, depending on experience and credentials. The schedule is 4 p.m. to midnight, five days per week including weekends, with two holiday shifts per year; an alternative schedule of four 10-hour shifts is also mentioned.
Requirements
- Experienced Veterinary Technician; experience and credentials affect compensation.
Responsibilities
- Support veterinary assistants and doctor teams.
- Help create a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients and deliver an outstanding client experience.
- Perform physical examinations and patient assessments.
- Monitor anesthesia and prepare for and assist with surgery.
- Perform laboratory work, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, IV fluid therapy, and catheter placement.
- Support pharmacy tasks and patient recovery.
- Provide compassionate care and nursing treatments for hospitalized animals.
- Handle and restrain animals and administer IM, IV, and SQ injections.
- Perform dental cleanings and dental radiography, as well as digital radiography.
- Communicate with clients.
- Provide patient care and hospitalization treatments.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid vacation and sick days
- 401(k)
- Employee pet discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
