Certified Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals; West Brookfield (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k)

Paid vacation/sick days

NAVTA membership & career development

Discounts: Fear Free Certification

Job summary

VCA Wickaboag Animal Hospital in West Brookfield, MA is seeking a part-time Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT) or technician in training to join our compassionate team. The role has weekend rotation and offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.

The hospital emphasizes modern diagnostics, dentistry, anesthesia, and patient-centered care. Competitive benefits are provided, including a comprehensive rewards package and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT) or technician in training.
• Positive and motivated team player with strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and support during exams, procedures, and surgeries.
• Assist with anesthesia, radiology, dentistry, catheter placement, venipuncture and lab work.
• Maintain medical records and client communication.

Skills

CVT/RVT/LVT

Client communication

Compassionate care

Job description

VCA Wickaboag Animal Hospital is hiring a part time or part time Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team!

About Us

We are a 4-doctor full service veterinary hospital open 6 days a week. We provide top quality veterinary services including wellness exams, preventative care, vaccines, diagnostic services, surgical procedures, spays, neuters, dental procedures and more.

Check out our website here: https://vcahospitals.com/wickaboag

At VCA Wickaboag Animal Hospital Each member of our medical team is well-versed in the advanced techniques of dentistry, anesthesia, and veterinary care. We incorporate modern exam rooms, diagnostics, laboratory, and other medical assets into our facility in order to promote a calm, comfortable atmosphere for you and your pets.

VCA Total Rewards Benefits Package:

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Free NAVTA Membership & RECOVER Training
• Discounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirl
• Growth & leadership opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Career development programs
• Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships
• $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
• Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
• VTS Career Path financial, and mentorship support
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
• Referral bonuses
• Infertility benefits
• Competitive wage
• Free access to Plumbs, and education platforms such as Vetfolio

Compensation:

$20.18 - $30.27 / hr is based on skill set, experience, and licensure status.

Schedule:

Part Time, Weekend rotation required

Please take a moment to view our brief video on life as a veterinary technician with VCA from a technician’s point of view.

https://vimeo.com/684755121/10c909cbf5

What You'll Do

Whether you are a credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT) or technician in training, 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:

• Compassionate patient care
• Client education and communication
• Patient assessment
• Anesthesia and surgery assisting
• Radiology
• Dentistry
• Catheter placement
• Venipuncture
• Laboratory work
• Pharmacy
• Medical recordkeeping

Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged.

We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team.

Are you a foodie? Our team loves to celebrate holidays and special occasions with a pot luck event! Bring your best dish, and share with friends.

Why VCA

At VCA Animal Hospitals, we are passionate about supporting our technicians and assistants and are committed to your personal career development.

We create and support an inclusive work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com