Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

VCA Animal Hospitals•Ross Township, PA

6d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

VCA Northview Animal Hospital Specialty Referral Center (www.vcanorthview.com) is seeking a F/T Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine (IM) team. Why VCA Northview? We are a thriving AAHA accredited general medicine and multi-specialty hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Our hospital departments include Surgery, Internal Medicine, the full circle support of General Practice and Wellness care, as well as Rehabilitation patients. We truly enjoy working with each other! and are passionate about fostering a culture where asking questions is welcome, and training is the expectation. Our work can be fast-paced and demanding, and we value professionalism balanced with a positive, lighthearted attitude. A sense of humor is always welcome and helps us support one another through busy days. We have built a culture of support, and kindness, and mutual appreciation, reflecting our shared dedication to providing exceptional veterinary care. Why VCA 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. 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. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team! As a member of the VCA team, you will support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. The candidate will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the IM department flow including appointments, performing diagnostics which include digital radiography, ECG, digital ultrasound, endoscopy, and CT, chemotherapy administration, monitoring anesthesia, maintaining treatments while in hospital, and admitting and discharging patients.

Responsibilities

Assisting in all aspects of the IM department flow including appointments
Performing diagnostics which include digital radiography, ECG, digital ultrasound, endoscopy, and CT
Chemotherapy administration
Monitoring anesthesia
Maintaining treatments while in hospital
Admitting and discharging patients

Benefits

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, Plumbs App, and more
Tuition assistance including Veterinary Technology Associates, Bachelors completion and more
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
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!