Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Locum

Marsveterinary; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k)

Generous employee pet discounts

Paid vacation/sick days

Job summary

Marsveterinary is seeking an experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technician to work relief shifts at VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley in Woodland, California. This role emphasizes delivering high-quality veterinary medicine and exceptional patient care.

The candidate will perform critical tasks such as venipuncture and anesthesia monitoring, along with fostering relationships with pet owners. The position promises exposure to advanced imaging tools and numerous professional growth opportunities.

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and pet discounts, are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Credentialed Veterinary Technician.
• Strong ability to deliver high-quality veterinary medicine.
• Commitment to patient care and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and catheter placements.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist in surgical procedures.
• Conduct physical examinations and patient assessments.
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized patients.

Skills

Venipuncture

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical preparation and assisting

Compassionate care

Laboratory work

Catheter placement

Radiology

Physical examinations and patient assessment

Patient recovery

Pharmacy

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technician to work relief shifts at VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley.

The successful candidate will be a believer in 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 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.

Core Skills & Responsibilities

• Venipuncture
• catheter placement
• radiology
• catheter placement
• radiology
• anesthesia monitoring
• physical examinations and patient assessment
• surgical preparation and assisting
• laboratory work
• pharmacy
• patient recovery
• compassionate care for our hospitalized patients

Why You Should Consider Us

At VCA, 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, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500+ doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists.

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.

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)

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