Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals • Plainville, CT

11h • Onsite

About The Position

VCA Old Canal is seeking a full time Veterinary Assistant to join the team at our AAHA accredited, GP practice in Plainville, CT! We have a friendly, supportive culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality. We want you to be the Veterinary Technician you have always wanted to be and are committed to promote and encourage that growth every day! There’s something special about you and we are excited to learn more! Why Join the VCA Family? We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Technician career has to offer. 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.

Requirements

• Credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT)

Responsibilities

• Support Technician and Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.
• Win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
• Utilize knowledge of physical examinations and patient assessment.
• Perform anesthesia monitoring.
• Assist with surgical preparation and procedures.
• Conduct dentistry.
• Perform radiology.
• Conduct laboratory work.
• Perform venipuncture.
• Perform catheter placement.
• Manage pharmacy.
• Oversee patient recovery.
• Provide compassionate care of hospitalized animals.

Benefits

• 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
• Continuing education allowance
• 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 petcare discounts
• Life, long and short term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed