Credentialed Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join their growing team in a state-of-the-art facility. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional care, perform various technical tasks, and contribute to a high standard of veterinary medicine. Opportunities for professional development and competitive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans (medical, dental, vision)

Paid vacation and sick leave

401(k)

Generous employee pet discounts

Qualifications

• Expertise in high-quality veterinary medicine.
• Technical skills in various veterinary procedures.
• Compassion for animals and their owners.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and catheter placement.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist in surgeries.
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized patients.

Skills

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Radiology

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical preparation and assistance

Laboratory work

Pharmacy

Patient recovery

Compassionate care

Job description

VCA La Mirada, a rapidly growing 4-doctor practice located on the border of Orange County and LA County, is seeking to expand our team of Veterinary Technicians. We operate in a new facility (opened in 2023) equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including full dental and surgical suites within a spacious hospital environment.

Schedule options include: Part-time, 3-4 days/week, with full-time opportunities possibly available. Our hospital is open Monday through Saturday.

Hospital Website: https://vcahospitals.com/la-mirada/hospital

The ideal candidate will believe in the potential of high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care, possessing the expertise and technical skills to realize these standards.

Why We Need You

As a member of the VCA team, your mission will be to earn the trust of pet parents by providing exceptional client experiences, fostering lifelong partnerships for their pets' care.

We value your hard-earned credentials and want you to apply your knowledge and skills effectively. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

1. Venipuncture
2. Catheter placement
3. Radiology
4. Anesthesia monitoring
5. Surgical preparation and assistance
6. Laboratory work
7. Pharmacy
8. Patient recovery
9. Providing compassionate care for hospitalized patients

Compensation ranges from $22 to $27 per hour, depending on experience.

Why Consider Us

At VCA, your passion for veterinary medicine and compassion for animals and their owners are complemented by our commitment to your professional development.

• You will gain exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, utilizing the most advanced imaging and monitoring technologies, and benefiting from the expertise of over 4,500+ doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists.
• You will have opportunities to refine your skills, learn new techniques, and explore career advancement options such as continuing education, transfers, specialization, and leadership roles.

For current associates, please apply through our internal career site via Workday by clicking on the Jobs Hub app or searching for "Browse Jobs".

Benefits include competitive compensation, comprehensive health plans (medical, dental, vision), paid vacation and sick leave, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts, and more. Please note that this description provides a general overview of the role and responsibilities; it is not exhaustive. Management reserves the right to modify duties as needed.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For our full EEO statement, visit our career page at vcacareers.com.