Veterinary Technician
About The Position
VCA Orchard Plaza Animal Hospital is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join their team. This AAHA-accredited hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care with a team of highly skilled professionals. They foster a collaborative and supportive environment that values team members, encourages professional growth, and empowers them to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families. VCA is committed to supporting veterinary technicians through continuing education and career development, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where talented individuals can thrive.
Requirements
- Registered Veterinary Technician
- Experience in physical examinations and patient assessment
- Experience in anesthesia monitoring
- Experience in surgical preparation and assisting
- Experience in dentistry
- Experience in radiology
- Experience in laboratory work
- Experience in venipuncture
- Experience in catheter placement
- Experience in pharmacy
- Experience in patient recovery
- Experience in compassionate care of hospitalized animals
Responsibilities
- Support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients.
- Win the confidence of every pet parent by delivering an outstanding client experience.
- Perform physical examinations and patient assessments.
- Monitor anesthesia.
- Prepare for and assist in surgeries.
- Perform dentistry.
- Conduct radiology.
- Perform laboratory work.
- Perform venipuncture.
- Perform catheter placement.
- Dispense medication from the pharmacy.
- Manage patient recovery.
- Provide compassionate care for hospitalized animals.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- A variety of additional coverage options
- Free mental health care through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions a year)
- Access to free counseling through Cigna Life Assistance program
- Access to Headspace app
- Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Holiday pay
- Paid parental leave
- Fertility coverage
- Gender affirmation services
- Growing network of onsite social workers
- Generous hospital discounts for your pets
- A variety of other discounts including cellular service, apparel, computer equipment, etc.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Referral bonus opportunities
- Practice management software with digital innovations for streamlined practice flow and client communication
- Continuing education and personal career development
- Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community
- Advancement and leadership opportunities
- Internal CE and development opportunities
- Free NAVTA membership
- Access to VetFolio
- Access to Plumbs App
- Tuition assistance including Veterinary Technology Associates, Bachelors completion and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
