Certified Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals; Lower Burrell (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to high-quality veterinary medicine and exceptional patient care. As a Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of companion animals while delivering an outstanding experience for pet parents. This position offers the chance to work with advanced imaging and monitoring tools, allowing you to sharpen your skills and explore various career options. With a commitment to your professional growth, you will enjoy a diverse caseload and opportunities for continuing education and specialization. If you are passionate about animal care and looking for a rewarding career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

401(k)

Personal pet care discounts

Qualifications

• Expertise in high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care.
• Strong skills in anesthesia monitoring and surgical assisting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding client experiences and win pet parent confidence.
• Utilize technical skills in various veterinary procedures.

Skills

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Radiology

Anesthesia monitoring

Physical examinations and patient assessment

Surgical preparation and assisting

Dentistry

Laboratory work

Pharmacy

Patient recovery

Compassionate care

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our team.
The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.

Why We Need You

As a member of the VCA Valley Vet Animal Hospital team, your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so they will partner with us for the lifelong care of their companion animals.
You’ve worked hard for your credentialing and we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:

1. Venipuncture
2. Catheter placement
3. Radiology
4. Anesthesia monitoring
5. Physical examinations and patient assessment
6. Surgical preparation and assisting
7. Dentistry
8. Laboratory work
9. Pharmacy
10. Patient recovery
11. Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients

Why You Should Consider Us

At VCA Valley Vet, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.
• You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employing the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools.
• You will sharpen your skills—and even learn some new techniques—and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.
• We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical/dental/vision and paid vacation (for F/T employees only), 401(k), generous personal pet care discounts, and more!

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