Experienced Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; Southbury (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values growth and collaboration. You will engage in vital duties such as conducting physical examinations, administering anesthesia, and providing exceptional client communication. With a commitment to personal career development, this position not only enhances your skills but also contributes to the well-being of the animals you care for. If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free NAVTA Membership

RECOVER Training

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

401(k)

Paid vacation and sick time

Continuing education funds

Veterinary Technician education tuition support

Generous hospital discounts

Free mental health resources

Qualifications

• Must be a credentialed veterinary technician or in training.
• Experience with anesthesia, IV administration, and patient assessment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical examinations and monitor patient recovery.
• Administer anesthesia and perform diagnostic imaging.

Skills

Veterinary Technician Duties

Client communications

Anesthesia and monitoring

IV fluid administration

Physical examinations

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT)

Veterinary Technician training

Tools

Diagnostic imaging equipment

Anesthesia monitoring tools

Job description

VCA Maple Ridge Animal Hospital is hiring a full time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

About Us

We are a 4-doctor full service veterinary hospital offering primary care, illness care, surgery and dentistry located in Southbury, CT.

Check out our website here: https://vcahospitals.com/maple-ridge

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.

VCA Total Rewards Benefits:

• 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: Is based on skill set, experience, and licensure status (VA, CVT, VTS)

Potential Schedule: Must include a Saturday rotation

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:

Veterinary Technician Duties Include

• Physical examinations, patient assessment, and recovery
• Procedural anesthesia and monitoring
• IV fluid administration and CRI calculations
• Hands Free Radiology and diagnostic imaging
• Client communications and discharge

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.

Interested in this opportunity?

Apply!

We look forward to hearing from you.

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.